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HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET

ear Reader,

I love a good snowfall—the beautiful flakes gently falling and changing the landscape with a blanket of white, especially if I’m all cozy inside watching the transformation occur. Even in March, I would welcome one last little bit of winter if we could get a good snowstorm—I still get “school-girl” excited when school is canceled or delayed. But if there is no more snow to come, I am ready for spring!

Jessica Coffey, Publisher

Maybe it’s some of the milder days we had in February, but I’m ready to ditch the layers, spend more time outside and enjoy watching everything start to bloom and grow. Since we moved into our new house in September, I’m excited to see what’s going to come to life in my yard and in the neighborhood over these next several weeks and months. As the weather gets warmer, I’m also going to enjoy getting the garden ready for a new growing season. It will be great to have access to more fresh, local produce–veggies I grow myself and ones I can get from the local farmers’ markets. Fresh, organic fruits and vegetables are so important for our overall health, and the more we can eat the better we will feel. Did you know that 70 percent of the immune system resides in the lining of the gut? How you treat your gut with the foods you put in it truly affects your overall health and wellness. That’s just one critical issue writer Melinda Hemmelgarn addresses in “Nutrition Upgrades: Five Strategies for Better Health.” With spring right around the corner, seasonal allergies may not be far behind. There are some natural ways to cope, and “Exercise vs Allergies: All the Right Moves” tells us how exercise can significantly reduce allergy symptoms. Eating well and getting/staying active are two important ways to keep yourself healthy as we move further into 2019. What are some other ways you feed your body, mind and soul for optimum health? Lately, I’ve been drawn to the water and the woods, for quiet time to reduce the noise and activity from our often technology-driven, fast-paced lives. I have a favorite bench at Pony Pasture with a special inscription that reminds me to find the sacred in the outdoors each day. I just love it! I also love this poem by L.R. Knost that a friend of mine at the Chrysalis Institute recently shared, I hope you do, too… Do not be dismayed by the brokenness of the world. All things break. And all things can be mended. Not with time, as they say, but with intention. So go. Love intentionally, extravagantly, unconditionally. The broken world waits in darkness for the light that is you. Shine on! And Happy Reading!

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Contents 16 DRY EYES

OR ALLERGIES? Relief is Within Sight

18 NUTRITION UPGRADES

Five Strategies for Better Health

20 UNLEASH the Power of Food

22 EXERCISE

VS. ALLERGIES All the Right Moves

23 BIOIDENTICAL

HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY (BHRT) WORKS

24 SOLAR HEATS UP Demand Surges as Prices Fall

26 ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PETS

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Agriberry CSA Keeps Improving

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Somatic Approaches To Trauma

he Veterans Resiliency Holistic Clinic (VRHC) is hosting its first seminar and fundraiser from 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30. Impacted by trauma in your life or practice? Learn how trauma impacts the body and mind and how to take steps to build resiliency on a path to healing. The featured speaker, Kate White, MA, SEP, will present Creating Safety: Understanding Your Nervous System’s Response to Threat. The seminar will also include a raffle/silent auction; snacks and beverages will be provided, and there will be time to network and connect. All proceeds benefit the VRHC. Last year, the VRHC received the American Herbalist Guild Community Service Award for its free clinic, which offers walk-in classes and sessions on mindfulness, yoga and ear acupuncture. The clinic’s appointment-based offerings include CranioSacral Therapy, somatic experiencing, reflexology, yoga therapy, wellness coaching, acupuncture, clinical herbalism consultations and essential oil consultations. Seminar cost is $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Location: 800 Blanton Ave. For more information and to register, visit VeteransResiliency.com. See listing on page 40.

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Spring Birth & Baby Fair

he fourth annual Nurture RVA Birth & Baby Fair will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 6, at the Science Museum of Virginia. This event is designed for those planning a pregnancy, expecting or in the stages of early parenting. The first 500 attendees receive a swag bag full of information and goodies, as well as opportunities to win amazing raffle prizes and participate in informative demonstrations. Nurture RVA Birth & Baby Fair connects prospective, expecting and new parents with care providers, nonprofits and businesses that support families during this transformative life stage. With exhibitors representing local hospital systems, midwifery and pediatric practices, doulas, childbirth educators, perinatal mental health providers, photographers, retail businesses, nonprofits and government agencies, the fair provides an opportunity to interact with multiple providers under one roof. Admission is free. Location: 2500 W. Broad St. For more information, visit NurtureVA.org. See ad on page 7.

New Functional and Integrative Medicine Wellness Clinic

tarting in March, Functional medicine practitioner and acupuncturist Tressa Breindel, LAc, MSOM, of InHealthRVA, is joining board-certified internal medicine physician Betsy Miller, M.D., to provide a Functional medicine, acupuncture and internal medicine primary medical care clinic in Richmond. The office will host and work collaboratively with health coach Amy Hawkins, Functional medicine-trained nutritionist Samantha Silva-Minns and massage therapist Ildeko Drauschak. Functional medicine uses advanced lab testing and clinical investigation to get to the root cause of health issues. It is good for anyone that wants to optimize their health and fix the underlying causes of health issues, not just treat the symptoms. For more information or to become a patient, visit InHealthRVA.com or DrBetsyMiller.com.

New Chiropractic Clinic in Midlothian

ompass Chiropractic, owned by Dr. Kevin McDade, has opened at 13146 Midlothian Turnpike, offering the community a host of non-invasive chiropractic services. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., April 11. Families are welcome and refreshments will be provided. Compass Chiropractic offers patients the newest technology, including digital X-ray and spinal decompression. In addition to traditional chiropractic therapies, Dr. McDade helps with weight loss without the use of medications. A summa cum laude graduate of Sherman College of Chiropractic, Dr. McDade practiced in North Carolina for three years before relocating to Virginia. He enjoys seeing patients of all ages, including infants and pregnant mothers, and is enthusiastic about giving his patients an adequate explanation of the cause of their health problems. He is also an adjunct professor at John Tyler Community College. Office consultations are complimentary and walk-ins are welcome. For more information or to make an appointment, call 804-499-6020 or visit CompassChiroVA.com. 10

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Mindful Outdoor RVA Provides Unique Nature Connection

indful Outdoor RVA, started by Peggy Siegel, invites people outdoors to connect mindfully with the natural world and their own true nature. Research, primarily from Japan, has shown that even an hour in the woods with some guided practices slows heart rate, lowers blood pressure and reduces cortisol (stress hormone) levels, all while stimulating a healthy immune response. Mindful Outdoor RVA offers onehour and one-day mindful outdoor experiences. Each session is held outdoors in a wooded area and includes gentle warmups, breathing and centering practices, a guided walk in the woods, a nature meditation and closing circle. The experiences are a gentle meditative approach to being in the natural world with all senses fully alive. Siegel is a certified Kripalu mindful outdoor guide, participant in the Virginia master naturalist certification program, certified in wilderness first-aid and CPR and a mindfulness practitioner since 2005 with 20 years of practice in energy healing and intuitive mentoring. For more information or to register, email MindfulOutdoorRVA@gmail.com or visit MindfulOutdoorRVA.com.

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Marilyn Scott Helps You To Be Amazing!

IS MENOPAUSE GETTING YOU DOWN?

arilyn A Scott, ND, has written a new book, Be Amazing! Powerful Results are Just a Leap Away, that she thinks may be the stepping stone to an epic year of staying motivated. She says, “I have been in the holistic healing field for many years, incorporating the latest natural healing protocols in my practice. My goal is to help you realize your highest potential so you can soar successfully every day and enjoy accomplishing your goals. Everyone is amazing! Sometimes you just have to look for yourself.” Scott has another book in the works, as well as workshops and seminars scheduled around the country. The book can be purchased from Amazon at Tinyurl.com/ScottAmazingYou. For more information, call 804-350-0034 or visit TheBookBeAmazing.com.

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r. Rebecca Wilder, of Align Chiropractic, in Charlottesville, has partnered with Ariya Chiropractic Group. Established in 2018, the Ariya Chiropractic Group draws upon the resources of Ariya Family Chiropractic Centers’ six regional offices to assist chiropractic doctors in managing their practices efficiently and effectively in a compliant manner. Dr. Minesh Patel, co-founder of Ariya Family Chiropractic Centers, says, “This is our first venture with a partner practice. Dr. Wilder is someone we’ve worked with and we respect. It’s a great fit for all of us.” Align Chiropractic, established by Wilder in 2016, is a growDr. Rebecca Wilder ing practice that offers holistic care and a passion for sharing information with patients in order to make the best health decisions. Wilder is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Concerned Parents of Youth Athletes, the Unified Virginia Chiropractic Association and the Charlottesville Pride Organization. For more information, visit AriyaChiro.com. See ads on pages 7 and 36.

onita Cooper has joined Dr. Sherron Marquina and the team at Health InSyncs, in Bon Air, as front desk administrator. Her friendly demeanor greets patients entering the practice. She maintains the easy flow of patients and spreads her warmth while answering the phones. Health InSyncs provides individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle balancing methods, clinical nutrition and other advanced therapies to optimize your health and solve difficult health problems. Location: 9210 Forest Hill Ave. For more information, call 804-377-2222 or visit HealthInSyncs.com. See ads on pages 21 and 38.

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isa C. Smith, acupuncturist, herbalist and founder of Health Offerings, Inc., has joined the healing team at Back In Action Health Resource Center. She brings more than 25 years of clinical experience treating patients with Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture. Smith specializes in oncology care, pre- and postsurgical care, fertility and obstetrics, anxiety and stress management, migraine relief, Lisa C. Smith autoimmune disorders, allergies and pain management. Back in Action Health Resource Center, now owned by Kyle Moran, DC, offers chiropractic care, acupuncture and a comprehensive array of therapeutic massage services, including cupping and hot stone massage, to heal the body and provide comfort from pain. Location: 4911 Augusta Ave. For more information or to make an appointment, call 804-254-0200 or visit HealthOfferings Acupuncture.com and FeelGr8.com. See listing on page 36.

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Meditation and Music Slow Cellular Aging

The Power of Thank-You Notes Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit, yet people often hesitate to write heartfelt thank-you notes to people that have touched their lives. Researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of Texas, in Austin, report that writers underestimate how much people receiving those notes are surprised, happy and appreciative. The researchers also found that the letter writers were unduly concerned about their ability to express their gratitude skillfully. While the writers worried about choosing the right words, the recipients felt happiness simply through the warmth of the gesture.

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Meditating or listening to classical music altered biomarkers associated with cellular aging and Alzheimer’s disease in adults experiencing memory loss, according to a recent West Virginia University study. The 60 participants had subjective cognitive decline, including forgetting familiar names and losing objects, a condition that may be a preclinical stage of Alzheimer’s. For 12 minutes a day, they either listened to instrumental classical music or did a kirtan kriya meditation involving chanting, visualization and finger poses. After three months, all subjects had increases in a key beta amyloid peptide protective from Alzheimer’s, as well as better memory, mood, sleep and quality of life, while the meditation group experienced significantly better improvements. Activity in two chromosomal markers of cellular aging—telomere length and telomerase activity—increased for both groups, especially among those that practiced more frequently or started with lower cognitive scores. The improved biomarkers were maintained or even strengthened three months after the study ended.

Light Pollution Disturbs Sleep Being exposed to high levels of artificial outdoor light at night contributes to insomnia and greater use of sleeping pills, reports a new study from South Korea’s Seoul National University College of Medicine. The researchers studied the records of 52,027 people without diagnosed sleep disorders—60 percent of them women—and correlated their sleeping pill use with their residential location relative to artificial outdoor light intensity. The brighter the outdoor lighting, the more likely were sleep issues and the greater and more frequent use of sleeping pills. The study joins other research that has shown that artificial nighttime lighting—outdoors and indoors—disrupts circadian rhythms, potentially leading to such metabolic and chronic diseases and conditions as cancer, diabetes, obesity and depression.

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Youth Climate Strike Coming to U.S. Demanding immediate action, students are taking part in climate strikes around the world, and on March 15, young activists in the U.S. will add their voices to the escalating #FridaysForFuture movement. It was bolstered in January by 16-year-old climate activist Greta Thunberg, of Sweden, calling for the first global climate strike while attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Action in this country is being supported by such environmental groups as 350.org, Extinction Rebellion and the Sunrise Movement. Recent climate strikes have taken place throughout Europe, Australia and elsewhere. A rally in Brussels on January 31 drew approximately 35,000 people. Teen climate activist Jamie Margolin, the founder of This is Zero Hour, says that youth across the U.S. will “show our legislators that we need a ‘Green New Deal.’” For more information or to participate, contact ClimateStrike USA@gmail.com or find on Twitter #ActOnClimate or #ClimateStrike.

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Dry Eyes or Allergies? Relief is Within Sight by Diane York

r. Daniel Gray, a board-certified optometrist and owner of Brook Run Vision Center, says that spring will soon be arriving, and with it, seasonal allergies. Allergic conjunctivitis or other ocular allergies happen when the immune system overreacts to a particular trigger substance. The immune system makes antibodies that cause the eyes to release histamine and other chemicals, which causes itching and red, watery eyes. These conditions are typically not serious and should not cause long-term damage to eyesight other than temporary blurriness. However, infections and other conditions can cause the same symptoms, so it is wise to see an eye doctor if symptoms do not improve. There are two types of eye allergies: seasonal, which are more common, and perennial. Spring, summer and autumn are the times of the year that seasonal allergies most often occur. Typical allergens in the air include pollen from grasses, trees and weeds, as well as spores from molds. Perennial allergies, on the other hand, can occur • Counseling and Psychotherapy • Psychiatry • Functional Medicine and Health Coaching • Neurofeedback • Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling • Telemedicine • Aromatherapy and Pet Therapy • Massage Therapy 16

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pringtime brings a desire to clean up our diets and refresh our plates. Here are five worthy strategies for upgrading nutrition and greeting the season with a renewed sense of well-being. n Ditch dieting. According to the Boston Medical Center, an estimated 45 million Americans go on a diet each year and spend more than $30 billion annually on weight-loss products. Despite this hefty investment, restrictive diets don’t work, says Sandra Aamodt, a neuroscientist based in northern California. Aamodt co-presented the Neurobiology of Dieting: Evidence for Improving Mental Health With a Self-Care Approach session at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) annual meeting last October in Washington, D.C. “Diets are not harmless,” Aamodt explains. “They create stress, persistent hunger, 18

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trigger eating disorders such as binge eating and even make people fatter over time.” It’s better to take a kinder approach, says Rebecca Scritchfield, a Washington, D.C.-based registered dietitian and Aamodt’s co-presenter. Scritchfield is the author of Body Kindness: Transform Your Health From the Inside Out – and Never Say Diet Again. She teaches her clients to value their self-worth regardless of body size, practice mindful eating and focus on overall self-care: Think enjoyable physical activity, adequate sleep and positive self-talk. Mindful eating includes paying attention to thoughts and feelings that trigger eating such as hunger, but also stress, boredom and loneliness, says Californiabased registered dietitian Andrea Lieberstein, who wrote Well Nourished: Mindful Practices to Heal Your Relationship with Food, Feed Your Whole Self, and End Overeating. She encourages clients to identify voids in their lives and fill them

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dietary upgrade starts in our own kitchens, where the cook controls the ingredients. Home cooking with fresh, whole foods is at the heart of feeding ourselves well. Processed food manufacturers would like us to equate cooking with drudgery or think that cooking takes too much time, yet this couldn’t be further from the truth. Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative physician at the Swedish Cherry Hill Family Medicine Residency, in Seattle, established a culinary medicine program that includes both cooking and gardening classes. Sethi says, “Eating is sacred; it’s our connection to the earth.” She also believes there is wisdom in the way food has been traditionally cooked. Sethi recommends a Mediterranean eating pattern for

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with healthy relationships and pleasurable activities, rather than food. The “health at any size” philosophy is accepted by a growing number of health and nutrition experts, including Annie Kay, a registered dietitian and registered yoga therapist at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. She’s the author of Every Bite is Divine: The Balanced Approach to Enjoying Eating, Feeling Healthy and Happy, and Getting to a Weight That’s Natural for You. Kay injects compassion into her work, promoting stress reduction, conscious eating and finding peace for individuals to reach their natural weight.

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its power to reduce depression and ward off chronic diseases. She also promotes the “herb and spice pharmacy” to reduce inflammation and treat and prevent disease. For example, she says, “Ginger and turmeric both act on the same biochemical pathways as antiinflammatory medicines.” Cooking and eating together as a family has multiple benefits, too, improving children’s nutrition, self-esteem and school performance. Best of all, says Sethi, “Family meals allow us to connect with the people we love.” Put away phones, turn off screens and truly tune in to each other. Connecting to the earth through gardening also improves our health, according to both Wendy Demark-Wahnefried, a registered dietitian and associate director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Diana Dyer, a Michigan-based organic farmer, registered dietitian and author of A Dietitian’s Cancer Story: Information & Inspiration for Recovery & Healing. They promote gardening as a way to interact with nature, reduce stress and improve quality of life. With just a small patch of soil, home and community gardens provide a ready source of affordable, fresh and nutritious vegetables and herbs. n Eat to protect our planet. According to the

American Public Health Association, climate change is a major threat to our population. Droughts, fires, storms and flooding create obvious challenges to growing crops, but new research also shows how increasing levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere decreases the nutritional quality of food, leading to lower levels of protein and minerals. One solution is to change the way we farm and eat. For example, Jennifer Jay, Ph.D., a professor of environmental engineering in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of California Los Angeles, calculated the carbon footprints and climate impacts of a variety of food choices. In general, she says, the fewer animal products in our diets, the lower the greenhouse gas impact. But meat and other animal products

Seventy percent of our immune system is in the lining of the gut. ~Tanmeet Sethi, an integrative physician at the Swedish Cherry Hill Family Medicine Residency, in Seattle. need not be totally off the table. Simply choose smaller portions and when possible, purchase local pasture-raised products produced without antibiotics and hormones. Organic food production introduces less fertilizers, pesticides, antibiotic-resistant bacteria and greenhouse gases into our environment. So, what’s best for the planet is best for us. Jay provides easy, plant-based and planet-friendly recipes at Meals4Planet.org. n Support gut health. Around 400 B.C., Hippocrates said, “Bad digestion is the root of all evil.” Fast forward through the centuries to today, and one of the hottest areas of research in health, medicine and nutrition revolves around the microbiome; more specifically, the community of microorganisms living in the gut. “Seventy percent of our immune system is in the lining of the gut,” explains Sethi, which is why she advises,“Feed the bacteria in your gut real food.” Similarly, Teresa Martin, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator based in Bend, Oregon, emphasizes the value of unprocessed, highfiber, organic plant foods to nourish gut

bacteria and maintain microbial balance. Speaking at the same recent meeting, Martin described multiple ways gut bacteria influence our physical and mental health, including nutrient absorption, body weight and blood sugar control, bone density, inflammation and mood. Microbes in the colon digest and ferment plant fibers into short-chain fatty acids, which help ensure a thick, healthy, intestinal mucus lining. Martin notes, “When we don’t eat enough plants, we can’t make enough short-chain fatty acids,” which are key to gut-brain crosstalk and control of appetite and mood. Martin recommends eating 35 to 50 grams of fiber per day from food, not supplements. She also warns against “microbial assassins” such as antibiotics, processed meats, high-fat diets, refined carbohydrates, added sugars and artificial sweeteners, plus the emulsifiers polysorbate 80 and carboxymethylcellulose, which are commonly added to foods like ice cream and baked goods to improve texture and extend shelf life. All contribute to microbial imbalance, the loss of microbial diversity and leaky gut—the inability to keep offending food compounds like gluten and intact milk protein out of the bloodstream—leading to food intolerance, inflammation and autoimmune disorders.

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UNLEASH the Power of Food by Julie Barbaro

ifestyle choices impact our mental, physical and spiritual health and well-being, and shape us into the unique individuals we are. Food is perhaps the most powerful factor. Hippocrates observed the transformative power of food centuries ago when he stated, “Let food by thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” That rings true today perhaps more than ever, as we can see how food has both healing and toxic properties that directly impact our health. Creating a resilient body and mind, building a healthy immune system and maintaining a healthy relationship with food is possible, but the question is where to begin. Many factors influence our eating behavior, and a good place to start is by exploring which nutrients support good health, boost mood and encourage a healthy immune system. Whole foods, primarily plantbased, contain the nutrients our bodies need to transform us mentally and physically. Certain nutrients can combat inflammation and have healing properties, such as leafy greens, wild-caught salmon, blueberries, tomatoes, nuts, sweet potatoes, broccoli, ginger and turmeric. Fermented foods like kimchi, sauerkraut and kefir can also have positive effects on gut health. Strive to include these foods in your weekly diet. Although certainly not the only

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contributing factor to poor health, inflammation plays a major role, and gastrointestinal health is a key consideration—our gut is a metabolically active organ that directly impacts immune and endocrine function. Maintaining a symbiotic relationship within our body and supporting gut health requires certain vitamins and minerals such as zinc, magnesium, B vitamins, folate and Vitamin D. Social factors can also affect eating behavior. Sharing a well-prepared meal can be a rewarding and pleasurable experience, and transform ones relationship with food. The social context of mealtime activities, including preparation and consumption, impact both the quality and quantity of our food choices. Mindfulness is another important tool to break down destructive eating habits. By paying attention, with purpose and without judgment, to our eating patterns, we can address our emotional eating habits and transform our relationship with food. Julie Barbaro is a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified health coach in Richmond specializing in functional nutrition and wellness, weight management and digestive disorders as part of the holistic healing team at Zoe Therapy Services. For more information, visit ZoeTherapyServices.com. See ad on page 16.

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Registered dietitian Brenda Davis, of British Columbia, also recommends wholefood, plant-based diets to reverse Type 2 diabetes. She developed a “whole-grain hierarchy” to identify the most gut-friendly, least-processed grains, including cracked oats, brown rice, barley, buckwheat, sprouted grain, wheat berries and kamut. Along with beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables, Davis says these foods nourish beneficial gut microbes and reduce inflammation. n Try intermittent fasting and smart meal timing. Allowing

the body at least 12 hours without food intake benefits gut microbial diversity, says Martin. Intermittent fasting, or eating patterns in which no or few calories are consumed between 12 to 16 hours, can protect against a variety of metabolic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, perhaps in part due to the effect on gut microbes. Dorothy Sears, associate professor of medicine and associate director of the Center for Circadian Biology at the University of California, San Diego, studied the effect of intermittent fasting, or “time-restricted feeding”, on the risk of breast cancer recurrence. In a study of more than 2,300 breast cancer survivors, Sears discovered the women that fasted for at least 13 hours a day reduced breast cancer recurrence by 36 percent, regardless of other dietary factors. Putting this into practice, if the last meal of the day ends at 6 p.m., the first meal of the next day would not begin before 7 a.m. In addition to this “prolonged nightly fasting,” Sears says that when we eat affects the way our bodies handle calories. She recommends eating during the first half of the day, when the sun is up and our enzyme and hormone systems are best able to handle calories, control blood sugar and body weight. Spring forward with these five tips and enjoy better health. Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “food sleuth”, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@ gmail.com. Tune into Food Sleuth Radio through iTunes, Stitcher and KOPN.org.

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Exercise vs. Allergies All the Right Moves by Marlaina Donato

easonal allergies Exercising regularly rope, treadmill routines, plague more than 26 creates a cumulative tennis and team sports million Americans, like volleyball or basketeffect in the body, helps ball seems to offer antiaccording to the Asthma speed up metabolism allergy benefits. Vitamin and Allergy Foundation of America, with numand improves immunity, C can also help. Researchbers on the rise in recent ers from the Faculty of so you could find years. This is due in part Sports Science at Chuleven less allergies to a dramatic increase in alongkorn University, in occurring over time. Bangkok, Thailand, found the amount of airborne pollen, a possible byprodthat 70 percent of partici~Stephanie Mansour, uct of climate change. pants that took a vitamin fitness expert Environmental and lifestyle C supplement and ran for stress, inadequate nutrition and weakened half an hour experienced decreased nasal immune systems are also factors, leaving congestion and sneezing. many feeling too miserable to engage in “Exercising regularly creates a cuphysical activities. mulative effect in the body, helps speed up Yet, research shows that exercise can metabolism and improves immunity, so you help ease allergy symptoms and lessen could find even less allergies occurring over severity. A survey of 2,000 allergy suffertime,” says Stephanie Mansour, fitness expert ers sponsored by the UK National Pollen and former allergy sufferer from Chicago. and Aerobiology Research Unit showed “I used to get allergy shots for a runny nose those that exercised the most had the and headaches during certain times of the mildest symptoms. year, but personally transformed my allergies through expanding my lungs and chest and More Exercise, balancing out my nervous system.” The American Academy of OtolarLess Discomfort Boosting heart rate through aerobic acyngic Allergy recommends gentler forms tivities such as running, walking, jumping of exercise, and cautions against vigorous 22

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Mansour, a certified yoga instructor, attests to the benefits of the practice. To ease the symptoms of allergies, she recommends yoga both for its physical effects and its breath benefits. “Yoga can also help bring equilibrium to the nervous system and help the body relax. When the body is in a healthy balance and relaxed, it’s more effective at warding off things like infection or allergies.” Registered nurse and yoga instructor Kristin Brien, of New York City, concurs. “A yoga practice trains and strengthens the vagal nerve, which activates the parasympathetic nervous system—rest and digest mode—and turns off the inflammatory response,” Brien says. “When we are under chronic stress, our nervous systems react as though our bodies are under constant threat, thus making some of us more susceptible to hypersensitive reactions to offending seasonal antigens like pollen and ragweed.” Yoga practitioners across the board recommend inverted poses such as the plow, shoulder stand and downward facing dog to relieve allergy-related congestion. While yoga can be beneficial, inverted poses should be avoided by anyone with high blood pressure, glaucoma or retinal issues due to increased pressure in the blood vessels of the head, and some experts emphasize that allergy sufferers and asthmatics should avoid hot yoga and other demanding forms during flare-ups. A gentle approach goes a long way. Ideally, Brien recommends asanas that anyone can do, including legs up the wall, supported bridge pose, supported reclined goddess pose and child’s pose.

Warm-Up No matter the type of exercise, warming up can play a key factor. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, stretching before activity

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workouts such as Crossfit or long runs that can be counterproductive and exacerbate allergy flare-ups. Mansour recommends yoga, Pilates, walking or weight training— especially when congestion is a factor.

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and boosting heart rate helps to maximize exercise and its symptom-reducing effects.

Create a Healthy Space Lessening the body’s burden by making small changes in living or workout space can also optimize the benefits of exercise.

Brien, an allergy sufferer and asthmatic, recommends using a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to reduce circulating allergens and also wiping down all surfaces, including yoga mats, floors, window sills and vents. During drier, colder times of the year, Mansour recommends using a humidifier to add moisture to the air and improve breathing. Exercise may not cure seasonal allergies, but it can lessen related symptoms, along with effecting a more balanced nervous system and better overall health. Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmberMusic.com.

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) Works by Melanie Binshtok

y the time most men and women reach the age of 40, they are starting andropause (men’s testosterone levels decrease) and menopause (women’s estrogen, progesterone and testosterone decrease). This causes a hormonal imbalance that manifests as physical, psychological and cognitive problems that disrupt overall health and well-being. There are two forms of hormones: synthetic and bioidentical. Bioidentical hormones are made from natural plant extracts, and are biologically compatible with the body’s chemistry. Typically made from soy or yam, bioidentical hormones are 100 percent structural replicas of hormones produced by the endocrine system. Synthetic hormones are made in a lab and are not structurally identical. Bioidentical hormones readily bind to hormone receptors in the cells, just like natural hormones. Synthetic hormones

must be reconstituted within cells before they can be fully accepted by the body, which increases the risk of side effects for people taking synthetic hormone replacement. Serious side effects of synthetic hormone replacement may include stroke, certain cancers, heart attack, blood clots, weight gain and fluid retention. Through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), women usually see the improvement of symptoms of lack of sex drive, depression, anxiety, daytime fatigue, insomnia, weight gain and memory/concentration difficulties. Men usually see BHRT benefiting their decreased energy, low libido, loss of muscle tone, moodiness and memory problems. Hormones can not only help women feel better, but they can also improve their health. Maintaining hormonal balance with BHRT may reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke and dementia/Alzheimer’s disease. This requires a fine balance of estrogen and progesterone—too little progesterone can lead to estrogen dominance, a condition causing fatigue, nervousness, anxiety, fibroids, breast cancer and endometriosis.

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Progesterone also helps to lower blood pressure, acts as a natural antidepressant, improves sleep patterns, increases metabolism and stimulates new bone production. In men, with increased age comes decreased testosterone. Men often notice, around the ages of 40 to 50, a loss of muscle mass and increased visceral (inside abdomen) fat, as well as increased subcutaneous (under the skin) fat. Research shows that restoring testosterone levels to within the normal range by using BHRT can improve mood, lean body mass, muscle strength, bone mineral density and cognition, and offers some benefits for cardiovascular risk factors. Men choosing BHRT to restore hormonal balance may also experience more energy, stronger sex drive, enhanced mood and a greater sense of well-being. In addition, testosterone plays a strong role in brain functioning and cognition. Just like women, men going through andropause may find themselves forgetting things or having brain fog. Poor concentration and a general lack of mental clarity are classic signs of a testosterone deficiency in men over 40. In fact, areas of the brain such as the hypothalamus are especially dependent on testosterone for normal functioning. Melanie Binshtok, NP, ANCP-BC, of RVA Health & Wellness, Inc., can be reached at 804-493-4060. For more information, visit RichmondBHRT.com. See ads on pages 7 & 38. March/April 2019

SOLAR HEATS UP Demand Surges as Prices Fall by Jim Motavalli

ow is a good time to buy a solar system and get off the grid. Solar photovoltaic prices have fallen 67 percent in the last five years, reports Alexandra Hobson with the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA). It’s a boom period for solar—a record 14.8 gigawatts were installed last year in the U.S. Solar represented 39 percent of all new electric capacity added to the grid in 2016, surpassing natural gas (29 percent) and wind (26 percent). In the first quarter of this year, solar and wind together comprised more than half of all new U.S. power generation. The Solar Investment Tax Credit was extended for five years at the end of 2015, so homeowners and businesses can qualify to deduct 30 percent of the installed cost from their federal taxes. Also, there’s no upper limit on the prices for the qualifying panels. There are 1.3 million solar systems in the U.S. now, with a new one added every 84 seconds. Some 260,000 people currently work in the industry, double the figure of 2012. California is the leader in installed capacity, followed by North 24

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In 2016, the average residential solar system produced seven kilowatts, at an average installed cost of $3.06 per watt, according to Hobson. A system costing just

over $21,000 before taking the income tax credit yields a final net cost of $15,000. “It’s a perfect marriage for residential customers,” says Bill Ellard, an energy economist with the American Solar Energy Society (ASES). “The systems will produce electricity for about five cents per kilowatt-hour year-round compared to the average electric price of 10.34 cents per kilowatt hour tracked in March 2017.” New solar panel designs coming online mean even greater savings. Panels with built-in micro-inverters are cutting home installation costs for large central units (although their long-term, all-weather durability isn’t clear yet). A breakthrough at Japan’s Kobe University means single solar cells could achieve 50 percent efficiency, up from the 30 percent formerly accepted as the upper limit. Ugly panel frames may also be a thing of the past. More aesthetically pleasing frameless panels are expected this year from big players like SolarWorld, Canadian Solar and Trina Solar, with adapted mounting hardware. Producers like Prism Solar and DSM Advanced Surfaces are also working on frameless clear panels, with cells bound between panes of glass. These attractive clear panels are highly resistant to fire and corrosion. Tesla, which recently acquired SolarCity, is marketing tempered glass photovoltaic shingles that integrate with tile roofing

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irginia offers net metering, virtually allowing even trade to the utility for all energy produced from solar panels. Additionally, corporations can take advantage of advanced MACRS depreciation, and qualifying agricultural businesses can earn a USDA grant to pay up to 25 percent of the total cost of their solar installation (in addition to the 30 percent federal tax credit). While Virginia may not have as rapid a return on investment as the two-to-threeyear payback in some states, the cost has decreased significantly enough in the past few years to make solar a solid, bankable investment even without state incentives. The 30 percent federal tax credit, compounded annual energy savings and an increase in property values all provide a great return on investment in Virginia. Most solar electric systems in Virginia can save more than three times the upfront costs of a solar system in energy savings over the life of the system. Since 2019 is the last year that the 30 percent federal tax credit is available (dropping to 26 percent in 2020 and 22 percent in 2021), there has never been a better time to go solar in Virginia. For additional information, contact Integrated Power Sources of Virginia at 804-317-2015 or visit ipsofva.com. See ad page 25.

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For an average household electric load of 600 kilowatt-hours per month, for example, a daily dose of five hours of direct sunlight and four-kilowatt system will likely meet demand. For households with higher usage, especially in the South and West, bigger installations are the norm. “Solar system sizes have been growing fairly steadily as the price has come down,” Hobson notes. Thanks to Google Earth, solar installers usually know if a property has the right conditions; avoiding the fee for an onsite inspection. Houses with a southern orientation within 40 degrees of direct southern exposure are golden. Those with flat roofs work well because the panels can be tilted for maximum effect. Adjustable panels can also be adapted to the best angle per season. Panels can’t be in shade for a significant part of the day. Rooftop installers can work around vent pipes, skylights and chimneys. If major obstructions are a problem, ASES suggests a ground-mounted array or solar pergola, a freestanding wooden frame to mount panels. Solar systems heat swimming pools, too, offering huge operational savings over conventional heaters. They start at around $3,500 and average $5,500, compared to an average $2,664 for a fossil-fuel heater, reports HomeAdvisor.com. Determine if a state has net metering laws, which make it easy to sell excess power from a whole-home system back to the grid. Check for local tax subsidies on top of the federal 30 percent. The beauty of solar is that once the system is in place, operating costs are negligible. The lifespan of today’s panels is two decades and the payback is just two to three years.

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Liquid Fuel Stores Solar Energy

Solar power is cheap and plentiful, but there has been no way to store it efficiently. Scientists from Chalmers University of Technology, in Gothenberg, Sweden, are developing a liquid molecule composed of carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen that when exposed to sunlight, rearranges the bonds between its atoms into an energized new isomer. In this way, energy from the sun is captured between the isomer’s strong chemical bonds and stays there even when the molecule cools down to room temperature. When the energy is needed, the fluid is drawn through a catalyst that returns the molecule to its original form, releasing energy as heat. “The energy in this isomer can now be stored for up to 18 years,” says Chalmers University nanomaterials scientist Kasper Moth-Poulsen. “And when we come to extract the energy and use it, we get a warmth increase, which is greater than we dared hope for.” The hope is that this warmth can be used for domestic heating systems, powering a building’s water heater, dishwasher, clothes dryer and more. The scientists claim the fluid can now hold 250 watt-hours of energy per kilogram, double the energy capacity of Tesla’s Powerwall batteries. Moth-Poulsen believes the technology could be available for commercial use within 10 years.

Stop worrying about what you have to lose and start focusing on what you have to gain. ~Unknown

Jim Motavalli is an author, freelance journalist and speaker specializing in clean automotive and other environmental topics. He lives in Fairfield, CT. Connect at JimMotavalli.com. March/April 2019

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Essential Oils for Pets How to Use Them Safely by Sandra Murphy

One thing I’d say is, learn of essential oils underssential oils are derived from all you can before using stands the properties of each oil, along with plant-based oils around pets. its proper dilution and sources, leading people ~Gary Richter, integrative application, a subject to equate natural with safe; but that’s not always veterinarian and founder of not generally taught in traditional veterinary the case. Knowing how Ultimate Pet Nutrition schools; holistic mediand when to use oils is cine requires additional training. vital, according to Gary Richter, DVM, an With proper use under professional integrative veterinarian and medical director guidance, essential oils can be part of a of Holistic Veterinary Care, in Oakland, larger treatment plan, says Richter. Cats California. A veterinarian trained in the use

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Just as chamomile tea relaxes humans, anxious dogs find its scent calming. Some vets spray the exam room with lavender between appointments to calm anxious clients. Sally Morgan, a physical therapist and advanced certified practitioner of the gentle animal bodywork therapy known as Tellington TTouch, sees clients in her Northampton, Massachusetts, office. “I put a drop of a peace and calming blend or lavender on the carpet or a pillow,” she says. “It relaxes the animal and dissipates the smells of previous clients. I don’t use diffusers. The odor can be too strong for their sensitive noses. There’s also a danger it could spill and be licked up.” Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed Kim Paciotti, owner of Training Canines, LLC, based in Statesville, North Carolina, finds the scent of green apples relieves anxiety and soothes upset tummies for dogs and puppies that suffer from motion sickness. “Cotton balls placed inside a small container clipped to the outside of their crates deliver the smell,” she says. “They don’t have direct contact, but still reap the benefits, allowing the dogs to self-medicate by sniffing when they feel the need.” Kimberley Wallace, founder of kW Sustainable Brands, in San Diego, burns organic, sweet basil-scented candles for their antiviral, antibacterial properties. Her pugs love the smell. “Our rescue pug has mast cell tumors which compromise her immune system. I do my due diligence to buy all-natural products whenever I can.”

Proceed With Caution Pure essential oils are far too strong to use undiluted, Richter says. Age, physical condition and species are so varied that guessing which oil and how to use it can be dangerous to the pet. “Skin irritation like a hot spot or rash is a relatively minor problem that could benefit from the right

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are generally more sensitive to oils because they don’t metabolize medicine as efficiently as dogs, he notes. “As one professor used to tell our veterinary class, ‘Cats are not small dogs, so they can’t be treated as if they are’—always good to remember.”

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Helpful Resources Tinyurl.com/OilSafetyTips 24/7 Animal Poison Control Center: 855-764-7661 essential oil. An open wound requires a veterinary visit,” he says. “Some oils aren’t recommended unless under veterinary guidance. Reactions can range from mere annoyance to toxicity.” Wintergreen, melaleuca, pennyroyal, tea tree and pine oils cause the most reported problems for dogs, according to PetPoisonHelpline.com. Peppermint, cloves, cinnamon and oregano oil also can be quite strong and require educated use, says Richter. An uneven gait, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and weakness can be symptoms of toxicity, requiring immediate veterinary care to prevent damage to the central nervous system or organ failure. In its fragrance and taste, plants have defense mechanisms to ward off destructive insects or to attract bees and butterflies. Those same properties can help people and animals. The plant’s natural compounds can ward off fungi, bacteria, parasites or inflammation. However, just reading a label isn’t enough to know which oils will work best for these problems. “The Animal Desk Reference II: Essential Oils for Animals, Second Edition, by Melissa Shelton, is a reader-friendly guide,” says Richter. “I touch on the subject in my book The Ultimate Pet Health Guide: Breakthrough Nutrition and Integrative Care for Dogs and Cats, but for deeper study, I recommend Shelton’s book.” “One thing I’d say is, learn all you can before using oils around pets,” Richter says. “There’s not a one-size-fits-all formula for dilution for safe use. There are too many variables with oils and animals.” Be more than a well-meaning pet lover—also be well-educated. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. They say it takes a village to raise a child…

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Soothing Anxious Kids Natural Remedies Restore Calm

by Marlaina Donato

environment help kids ids and teens It’s important to get out of “fight-orhave always know that anxiety is flight” mode. “Both had plenty to be highly treatable. parents and kids need to stressed about, such as have go-to coping skills,” family finances, parental ~Dr. Timothy DiGiacomo says Rosen. “Meditation bickering, the birth of a and yoga are safe and work very well.” Kids sibling and other challenges on the home need to feel a sense of control over their front. Then there are the age-old tensions bodies, he adds, and mindful breathing of taking school exams and squabbles with techniques can make a significant differfriends and other classmates. ence in how they handle stress. Yet with the proliferation of social So can a regular dose of the great media and cyber-bullying, kids face obstaoutdoors. Exercise helps boost serotonin cles other generations did not, and chronic levels, which decreases anxiety. Timothy juvenile anxiety has become a pervasive DiGiacomo, Psy.D., clinical director of mental health issue. However, there are a the Mountain Valley Treatment Center, in number of integrative approaches that can Plainfield, New Hampshire, emphasizes help heal youthful psyches. “I encourage the value of getting outside. “Connection kids and parents to focus on skills, versus to nature, calmness and present-moment pills,” says Lawrence Rosen, M.D., founder awareness are all benefits.” of The Whole Child Center, in Oradell, New Jersey. “There are several safe and Sleep and Diet Triggers cost-effective natural options for anxiety.” Before parents seek any treatment for their Mindful Modalities child’s anxiety, Kiel stresses the importance Relaxing and engaging the imagination are of looking at the basics. “When children necessary for healthy brain development don’t get enough sleep, their bodies don’t and offsetting stress. Downtime in genrespond as well to stressful situations. eral and specifically limiting screen time is School-age children need 10 to12 hours paramount. “Electronic devices can be very of sleep per night, and teenagers should overstimulating and can cause or exacerbate be getting nine to 10 hours.” Sensitivity to anxiety,” says Kristi Kiel, ND, Ph.D., of Lake certain foods such as gluten or dairy is also Superior Natural Health, in Ashland, Wissomething to consider, says Kiel. consin. “There should be at least a one-to Rosen concurs. “Artificial dyes and one balance of screen time and outside play.” sweeteners can negatively impact mood Mindful activities and creative outlets and focus. More of an issue, though, is like art, music and dance in a no-pressure nutritional imbalance.” Skipping breakfast 28

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or eating mostly carbs can feed anxiety, he notes. “The brain relies on sustainable fuel—a blend of lean proteins, healthy fats—and in some cases, gluten-free, whole grain carbs.” Eating foods high in healthy fat and protein can help minimize blood sugar fluctuations that can trigger symptoms of anxiety in kids. Probiotics and/or cultured and fermented foods can help gut health and promote equilibrium. Omega-3 fats from fish or vegetarian sources are also important additions.

Helpful Supplements Supplements dosed appropriately for children and teenagers are safe and can offer huge benefits. “Magnesium is good for relaxation, especially anxiety accompanied by muscle tension. B-complex vitamins are also important because they are depleted by stress and help the body to handle stress,” says Kiel. Her herbal recommendations include skullcap, hops and milky oat as teas or glycerin-based extracts. “For teenagers, in addition to these three gentle herbs, I recommend kava kava, which can have a significant calming effect without drowsiness.”

Polyvagal Theory Research by Stephen Porges, Ph.D., a professor at the University of North Carolina, in Chapel Hill, addresses the importance of the vagus nerve, which runs from the brain through the face and thorax to the abdomen. His polyvagal theory suggests the interconnectedness of emotions, mind and body in both children and adults. This nerve affects all major organs and plays a critical role in anxiety and inflammation. Mindful breathing and using the vocal chords, especially singing, stimulates the vagus nerve and nourishes well-being. Splashing the face with cold water during times of stress also tones this nerve and reduces acute anxiety. DiGiacomo emphasizes that different natural therapies offer hope even for severe cases, advising, “It’s important to know that anxiety is highly treatable.” Marlaina Donato is the author of Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 1 Meditation Retreat: Cultivating Wisdom & Compassion – 3/1-3/3. A weekend of silence, space & stillness away from the noise, overwhelm & busy-ness of life. Offering time in reflective silence & gentle guidance from some of RVA’s most respected mindfulness teachers. Kay Davidson, PhD/Philip Davidson, PhD/John Taylor/Susan Wilkes, PhD. Single Rm: $570, Double Rm: $485 (incl meals/lodging). Roslyn Retreat Center. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Mindfulness Yoga: Beg/Mixed – 9:3010:45am. Integral yoga class for students w/ some or no experience. Mindful yoga postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Anne Bhudevi Fletcher. $70/7 wks; $15/drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061/677-3199. YogaHelps.com. Better Breathing w/Yoga – 10:45am-12pm. Designed for those who have trouble breathing & would like to learn yoga techniques to enhance breathing. Chris Riely. $17 or class package. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 5 Belly Fat Seminar – 6:30pm. Learn & become knowledgeable regarding belly fat & hormones. Klinton J. Kranski, DC, CAN. Free. Good Foods Grocery Store, 3062 Stony Point Rd. 804-320-6767. GoodFoodsGrocery.com. People of Color (POC) Mindfulness Community Group – 6-7:30pm (3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16). The POC Mindfulness Community Group is a dropin group open to anyone who self-identifies as a person of color. Whether you have an established mindfulness/meditation practice or have never practiced before, this group is intended to be a safe space to honor, celebrate & share our experiences. Donations. John Taylor, Elisa Bennett, Carolina Bautista-Velez. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6

Practical Sanskrit for Yoga Teachers – 1-5pm. Learn how to read & pronounce Sanskrit, how Sanskrit words are formed, how to chant mantras & verses, & how Sanskrit words illuminate the philosophy of yoga. Hari-Kirtana Das. $65. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. Register: ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

Line Dance Variety Class – 7-8pm (3/6-3/27). Dance together to a variety of genres, from zydeco shuffle & Latin to country & tango. No experience necessary. $40/series of 4, $15/drop-in. RVA Swing, inside Lakeside Towne Center, 6114C Lakeside Ave. RSVP: Tmoser8@verizon.net. RVASwing.blogspot.com.

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Restorative Flow – 4-5:15pm. A guided meditation & grounding practice to welcome the new year; gentle sequence of postures emphasizing breath awareness, restorative poses w/props & meditation. Randi Weiss. $17 or class package. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 4 Terrarium Workshop – With Arcane Ascents @ Kultivate Wellness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info. Mindfulness Yoga II – 6-7:30pm. Integral yoga class for students w/some experience. Mindful yoga postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Nora Vimala Pozzi. $91/7 wks; $12/ drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Open Sit Meditation – 6-6:30pm (3/4-4/29). A perfect opportunity for busy people to drop-in and experience 30 minutes of silence. Begin your week w/clarity & meditate in community. $5-10 donation. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

Mindfulness Yoga: Beg/Mixed – 6-7:15pm. Integral yoga class for students w/some or no experience. Mindful yoga postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Uma Melinda Nolen. $70/7 wks; $12/drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061/677-3199. YogaHelps.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 8 Healthy Mornings – 8-9:15am. A networking/ speaker series offering tools and conversation around what it means to live well. Connecting, educating and inspiring folks in around RVA who are seeking healthier, more balanced lives. Sponsored by Natural Awakenings. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. Info: NARichmond.info@gmail.com.

First Annual RVA Integrative Health Conference for Women Friday, March 8 8am-4pm Empowering women to live their best lives! Topics include: Balance Your Body – Achieving Mindfulness and Health Related to Aging Women Population, The Microbiome and Leaky Gut Syndrome, Energy Medicine, Hormone Balancing and Menopause, Chronic Pain, Self-Healing and Non-Medicinal Treatment, Use of CBD Oil, Compounding Pharmaceuticals & Better, Deeper Sleep.

Early Bird Discount: $50 (lunch included) The Tuckahoe Women’s Club 4215 Dover Road Register: TheNewWoman.org/conference-payment Movie: Symphony of the Soil – 7:15-9pm. Enjoy an inspiring, eye-opening look at how health is affected by agriculture & the life cycles of our soil. Sherron Marquina DC, facilitator. Free. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 3/8, 4pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 9 Mindfulness Essentials – 9am-12:30pm. Understand the basics of mindfulness & establish a practice that effectively fits your life. Sandra Tan, LCSW/Kristen Aschenbach, LAc. $45/mbr, $90/ non-mbr. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org. Food Energies for Animals – 10am-12pm. In this lecture series, we use TCM principles to understand body cues that suggest imbalances that can be addressed through the energetics of different food sources. Dawn Cooper, Founder of Total Balance Method. $35. Richmond Country Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com. Minding and Mending the Brain – 11am12:30pm. Learn how to improve your cognitive function, protect your brain health, & prevent brain decline typically associated with stress & aging. $25. Presented by Sherron Marquina, DC. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 3/8, 4pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com.

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Richmond MindBodySpirit Gathering – 11:44am-4:44pm. 12pm, Mapping Your Soul’s Design: Making Life Easier & More Fun w/Albert C. Moore. 1:44-4:44pm: Karma Café; Q&A w/our speakers, vendors & private sessions w/ readers & practitioners. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. RichmondMindBodySpirit.com. Advanced Food Energies for Animals – 1:303:30pm. Food Energies is a prerequisite. In this discussion group format, specific issues are targeted for food choices & methods of using food as a medicinal remedy. Dawn Cooper, Founder of Total Balance Method. $35. Richmond Country Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com. Herbalism Workshop – 2-4pm. With House of Lukaya @ Kultivate Wellness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10 Practicing Mindfulness – 10:30am-12:30pm (3/10, 4/7). Learn mindfulness tools, techniques & skills to help navigate your everyday life w/greater clarity. Kay Davidson, PhD/Philip Davidson, PhD. $10 donation. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 15 Kirtan – 6-7pm. Sacred chanting (lead and response) leading to meditation. Led by Integral Yoga Teachers & Teachers-in-Training. Offered every month. No experience required. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061/677-3199. YogaHelps.com. Shamanic Drum Circle – 7:15-9:15pm (3/15, 4/19). Recognizing Shamanism as a 30,000-yearold cross-cultural spiritual practice & way of being in respectful awareness, the world is sacred & interdependent. Celebrate the seasons & life w/ drums, rattles & shamanic journeying. Polly Lazaron. $20 donation. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Essential Oil Basics for Animals – 10am-12pm. In this lecture we will discuss why, how & where to use essential oils safely. Dawn Cooper, Founder of Total Balance Method. $35. Richmond Country Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com. IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Featured speaker: Kathy G. Stivers, Richmond author, on her new book, Reviving Our Indigenous Souls. Potluck lunch follows. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 12291 River Rd. Donna: 804-690-3310.

Chair Yoga for Active Agers – 10:30-11:30am. Gentle class combining chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. Designed for people w/some physical limitations or those who enjoy a slow pace. Linda Suguna Dunn. $12/drop-in; $50/5-wks. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. FemFULL Moon Women’s Gathering – 6-9pm. Potluck and free event for all ages @ Kultivate Wellness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info.

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 Is My Thyroid to Blame? – 6-7:30pm. Understand the essentials of thyroid function & how to support thyroid health. Gain insight into thyroid testing & how those “normal” results may not be telling the whole story. $25. Presented by Sherron Marquina, DC. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 3/20, 4pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com. Sound Bath & Yoga Nidra – 6-7:30pm. Be guided through a deep meditation & bring your body & mind into total relaxation. Followed by a full sound bath w/Himalayan singing bowls. Shanna Praneshwari Latia. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061/677-3199. YogaHelps.com.

CBD-Infused Yoga – 5-7pm. Kultivate Wellness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact The Phenomenon Bruno Groening DocumenSATURDAY, MARCH 23 Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info. tary Film Showing – 11am-5pm, 2 breaks. For 15 Advanced Food Energies for Animals – 10amyears the film has shared Bruno’s message, “There 12pm. Food Energies is a pre-requisite. In this is no incurable, God is the greatest physician!” MONDAY, MARCH 11 discussion group format, specific issues are tarFree; donations appreciated. Unity of Richmond, geted for food choices & methods of using food 3 Steps to Overcome Emotional Eating – 6pm. 800 Blanton Ave. Info: 804-798-0063. Brunoas a medicinal remedy. Dawn Cooper, Founder Are you an emotional eater? Recognize & turn the Groening-Film.org. of Total Balance Method. $35. Richmond Countables on emotional eating. Pamela Biasca Losada, try Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: MS Certified Health & Emotional Empowerment Crystal Succulents for Chakras – 2-4pm. Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com. Coach. $10. The Beet at Ellwood Thompson’s, With The Raw Aura @ Kultivate Well4 N Thompson St. Eventbrite.com/e/3-steps-toness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact Essential Oils for Animals Advanced – 1:30-3:30 overcome-emotional-eating-tickets-55283987896. Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info. pm. Essential Oil Basics is a prerequisite. In this PamelaBiascaLosada.com. discussion, class participants bring specific condi-

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TUESDAY, MARCH 12 Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) –5:30-7:45pm (3/12-5/7). An empirically-supported course taught in 20+ countries, MSC shares powerful tools for healing, building inner strength & increasing confidence & self-respect. Sandra Tan, LCSW/Lisa Halberstadt, MS. $320/mbr, $480/ non-mbr. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org. Belly Fat Seminar – 6:30pm. Learn & become knowledgeable regarding belly fat & hormones. Klinton J. Kranski, DC, CAN. Free. 555 Southlake Blvd. 804-897-0008. DrKranskiWorkshop.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Promote From Within: Hire Your Best Self – 5:30-7:30pm (3/14-3/28). Everything you say and do influences other people; at work, home & everywhere in between. Do your words & actions reflect who you are? Mindfulness reduces the gap between who you are & what you do. Chris Reina, PhD. $120/mbr, $180/non-mbr. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org.

Ostara Celebration/Natural Egg Dying – With Witchin Bouquets @ Kultivate Wellness. 13140 Midlothian Tpke. Contact Shannon@KultivateWellness.com for more info. Laughter Yoga – 10-11am. Great physical, mental & emotional benefits. No experience necessary. Slash Coleman, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. RVALaughClub.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 19 Harness Your Fat Burning Hormones – 6:30pm. Learn & become knowledgeable regarding belly fat & hormones. Klinton J. Kranski, DC, CAN. Free. Ellwood Thompsons, 4 N Thompson St. 804-359-7525. EllwoodThompsons.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20 Mindful Outdoor Retreat Day – 9:30am-4pm. Gentle movement, breathing & centering practices, nature meditations, guided walks in the woods & an opportunity for creative expression. $95. Facilitators: Peggy Siegel/Shay Wilson. The Clearing, Amelia County. Register: MindfulOutdoorRVA.com.

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tions to the group to evaluate in-depth oil choices for different issues & their resolution. Dawn Cooper, Founder of Total Balance Method. $35. Richmond Country Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24 Writing Yourself: Journaling For Well-Being – 9am-3:30pm. Through a mash-up of writing techniques & prompts based in ancient wisdom traditions & positive psychology, we’ll explore 5 interlinked dimensions of the Self: Body, Heart, Mind, Soul & Spirit. Elaine Kiziah, PhD. $75/mbr, $150/non-mbr. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org. Teaching Yoga to Older Adults – 10am-6pm. Yoga instructors will learn the psychological changes that occur in aging & learn to design a class for this audience. Carolyn Hazel. $250/8 hrs CEUs. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Reiki Exchange – 4-6pm (3/24, 4/28). Reiki is a Japanese healing practice in which practitioners place their hands lightly on or just above a person receiving treatment to facilitate the person’s own healing process. Open to all who have had a class in Reiki or other similar energy work. Barbara Davis, LPC. $10 donation. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

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Mental Stimulation: Courses for Seniors – 8-wk morning classes, offered by the Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. Topics on Healthy Habits of Older Adults, Great Epics of Indian Literature, Richmond Treasures, A Celebration of John Marshall, the Music of Sondheim, Landscaping, Opera, Genealogy, French, German and Spanish. Lunch lecture, 12:30pm: Downtown Richmond’s Transformation by Lucy Meade, Director of Marketing & Development, Venture Richmond. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

Chakra Balancing Series – 7-8:30pm (4/3-5/15). All levels. Learn about the chakras, how they impact your life & how to use them to help find balance in the more subtle aspects of our being. Syd Collier. $80, $110, $125/7-wk series. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. Register: ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

OmRun: Yoga at the Diamond – 10am-11:15am, yoga; 1-5pm, game. Practice yoga on the outfield with Michelle Landon to support PYR’s community partnership programs. Then, stick around to watch the Flying Squirrels play the Hartford Yard Goats. $15/adv, $20/day of. The Diamond, 3001 N Boulevard. ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 Nourishing the Mind: Lunch & Life – 12:30pm. Free series of 4 lunch speakers. The Honorable William C. Mims, justice of the VA Supreme Court, “Servant-First Leadership.” Other speakers: Bill Lohmann, columnist, Richmond Times-Dispatch, “DR.COPTR: The Flying Physician Who Kept His Promise to Tangier Island,” 4/3; John Boyer, staff meteorologist, Richmond Times-Dispatch, “Researching Richmond’s Historic Storms,” 4/10; James Hatcher III, VA regional executive, American Red Cross, “The Red Cross’s Role in the Community,” 4/17. Sponsored by the Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. 12pm brownbag lunch precedes speaker each wk; beverage & dessert provided. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Nourishing Body & Mind: Courses for Seniors – 8-wk morning & afternoon classes, offered by the Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. Topics include Anti-Semitism, Chair Yoga, Feldenkrais, Humanism & Literature, Politics & History, Medical Issues, Musical Potpourri, German, Japanese, Latin, Russian & Advanced Beginning Spanish. Lunch lecture, 12:30pm, “Trump and the 2019 Congress” by Dan Palazzolo, Associate Dean & Professor of Political Science, U of R. First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org. Book Club: 21 Lessons for the 21st Century – 12:30-2:30pm. Join us as we read Yuval Noah Harari’s 21 Lessons for the 21st Century & discuss his provocative investigation of our modern tangle of political, technological & existential challenges. Vicki Saunders, PhD,/Jessica Coffey/Clair Norman. Donations accepted. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30 Veterans Resiliency Seminar – 8:45am-12:30pm. Presentation on Creating Safety: Understanding Your Nervous System’s Response to Threat. Raffle, snacks/beverages, time for connecting & networking. Led by Kate White. $40/adv; $50/ door. Unity of Richmond, 800 Blanton Ave. VeteransResiliency.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4 Weaving Your Indigenous Soul Into Your Modern Life – 7-9pm (4/4-4/25). Our modern lexicon labels certain people as “indigenous”, but we are all indigenous, no matter who we are or where we come from. Learning from our ancient past & remembering who we are as humans can help us tap into our purpose as individuals. Your purpose in life becomes clearer & more vivid. Cathie Stivers, M.Div., PhD. $100/mbr, $200/non-mbr. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. Register: ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5 Yoga for Health & Renewal – 4/5-7. Sarah Fischer & Sarah Maxfield will guide heart-centered, alignment-based yoga practices that includes a full offering of poses for beginner to advanced. Anita Schill will lead a therapeutic session of yoga & myofascial release practices. Rigby’s Jig, 5470 W Broad St. For more info & cost: 804-513-5954, SarahFischer.Life/schedule/yogaforhealth.

SATURDAY, APRIL 6 Five Elements Workshop – 9:30am-4:30pm. Learn the beginning principles of the Five Elements of TCM & explore how they relate to your animal. Dawn Cooper, Founder of Total Balance Method. $85. Richmond Country Club, 12950 Patterson Ave. Must register: Info@TotalBalanceMethod.com.

mark your calendar Nurture RVA Birth & Baby Fair Saturday, April 6 10am-3pm Don’t miss this premier event that connects prospective, expecting & new families with the area businesses, care providers & nonprofit organizations that serve them during this exciting & challenging time in their lives.

Free. Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W Broad St.

The 5 Elements of Harmony – 6:15-7:30pm (4/85/13). This Kundalini yoga series will focus on the 5 elements & use Kundalini yoga kriyas & meditations to help bring the elements into harmony & balance. Holly Henty. $60, $75, $100/5-wk series. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. Register: ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11 Compass Chiropractic Ribbon Cutting & Open House – 11:30am-12:30pm. Come celebrate and learn more about Compass Chiropractic. Food provided & families welcome. 13146 Midlothian Tpke, Midlo. 804-499-6020. CompassChiroVA.com. Yoga of Recovery: Healing the Habits that Bind Us – 6-8pm (4/11-5/16). Learn principles that yoga, ayurveda & 12-step programs offer for a healthier way of being. Billie Carroll. $72, $105, $120/6-wk series. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. Register: ProjectYogaRichmond.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 12 Healthy Mornings – 8-9:15am. A networking/ speaker series offering tools and conversation around what it means to live well. Connecting, educating and inspiring folks in around RVA who are seeking healthier, more balanced lives. Sponsored by Natural Awakenings. Chrysalis Institute, 213 Roseneath Rd. Info: NARichmond.info@gmail.com. Kirtan – 6-7pm. See 3/15 listing. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061/677-3199. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

mark your calendar Spring Foraging Course Sat, April 13, 10am-2pm Harvest wild edible plants with an experience forager, Alison Meehan. Afterlearning how to identify 18 delicious, wildplants, we’ll sit around the fire and try a fewdishes.

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The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. ~Mahatma Gandhi

MONDAY, APRIL 8

Richmond MindBodySpirit Gathering – 11:44am-4:44pm. 12pm, Living a Balanced State of Consciousness in an Intellectual World w/Richard Lassiter. 1:44-4:44pm: Karma Café; Q&A w/our speakers, vendors & private sessions w/ readers & practitioners. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. RichmondMindBodySpirit.com.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 14 Laughter Yoga – 10-11am. See 3/17 listing. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. RVALaughClub.com.

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Restorative Flow – 4-5:15pm. See 3/3 listing. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 20 IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Featured speaker: Valerie Sargent, Charlottesville hypnotherapist, akashic record reader, Reiki Master, intuitive healer & artist. Potluck lunch follows. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 12291 River Rd. Donna: 804-690-3310.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24 Chair Yoga for Active Agers – 10:30-11:30am. See 3/20 listing. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

mark your calendar Level 1 Healing Touch Friday, April 26 – Saturday, April 27 Learn the basic techniques & sequences of a healing session and the ethics & history of energy healing of Janet Mentgen. Instructor: Marilyn Stulb Coordinator: Sherry Price $545

Ramsey Memorial UMC 5900 Hull Street Rd. 804-920-8066 LoveAndLight2360@gmail.com HealingTouchProgram.com World Tai Chi and Qigong Day – 9:30am12:30pm. The Richmond celebration of this international event that is celebrated in every time zone in the world. Everyone welcome. No experience necessary. Learn basic Sun-style tai chi & enjoy demos by expert practitioners of several styles of tai chi. Free. Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N Laburnum Ave. Cun04@Henrico.us.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

Peace Love RVA Yoga Festival 10am-4pm Live music, vegetarian/vegan food trucks, healthy living merchant village & yoga classes/ workshops w/many of Richmond’s finest yoga instructors.

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Volunteers Needed – The Shepherd’s Ctr of Richmond provides free transportation to doctor appointments or the grocery store for older citizens (60+). Volunteer drivers who can give time convenient w/their schedule are needed. Handymen/ women also welcome. For more details or to sign up: 804-355-7282. SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10:30am (Classic w/Vanessa, M/W/F) and 11:30am (Boom w/Linda, T/Th). Free to those with SilverSneakers benefit (come for a free trial to see if you qualify & $20/mo to include a free guest who does not have the benefit). YouFit at Oxbridge, Courthouse & Hull St. Vanessa: 804-350-6721.

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sunday Overeaters Anonymous – 13 wkly mtgs. Is food a problem for you? No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. 804-362-9400. RichmondOA.com. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 9am. Free. Deep Run Park, Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Richmond Zen – 9-10:20am, meditation; 10:3011:30am, study group. Meditation instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org.

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Supporting Body, Mind & More – Indiv Sessions. Embodyment Therapy, yoga, Healing Touch, reiki, Psych-K, Science of Mind teachings. Clear, energize & restore balance to the biofield of the human body. Relieve chronic pain, stiffness, illness, anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue; move past physical limitations in the body more easily & gently. Anita Snellings, Certified Instructor, Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101 (off Staples Mill near I-64). 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com.

Past Life Group Regression – Meets monthly. $25. Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-247-4667. CHHAC. com. Specific time & date: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events.

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Richmond Lotus Sangha – 1-2pm. Mindfulness Meditation group in tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. Sitting, walking meditation, discussion. McKenzie Casad. Free. 1312 W Main St. 757-553-2780. McKenzie.Sangha@gmail.com. Prenatal Yoga – 2-3:30pm (2x/mo). Therapeutic approach to prenatal yoga focusing on the individual to support a home practice. $95/5 sessions. Synergy Yoga Studio, 11000 Three Chopt Rd. 804-305-2297. SynergyYogaStudio.com. Svaroopa Yoga – 4-5:30pm. Learn how powerful the basics can be. Guided relaxation, breathing & well-supported poses designed to melt away tension. Lisha Reynolds, CSYT 200. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com. Breast Cancer Support Meeting – 4:30pm. 3rd. Sisters Network Breast Cancer Survivors. SNCVA House, 105 E Clay St. 804-447-4027.

monday Svaroopa Yoga – 9-10:30am & 6:30-8pm. Deeply restorative yoga classes for beg/continuing levels. Deborah Woodward, RYT, CSYT700. $16, $116/8wks. 800 Blanton Ave. 804-338-1105. Art1Am@verizon.net. Realign Your Spine & Mind Flow – 9:30-10:45am. Experience sequences that promote healing & relief for the physical & mental bodies. Andy. Coconut Elephant Yoga, 2949 Fox Chase Ln, Ste B, Midlo. Register: CoconutElephantYoga.com. Tai Chi – 10am, Beg; 11am, Intermed. Yang 24 Form & Sun 31 Form taught in each class. Sun 31 is a restorative form to help alleviate probs assoc w/arthritis, diabetes, ortho concerns/rehab & other physical challenges. Jenny Barone. $10. First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave. 804-382-8103 or 804-355-8637. Burgess@FBCRichmond.org. Open Studio Art – 10am-12:30pm. Bring your own art projects to Susan Singer’s studio to create w/Susan’s instruction & support. $35/ session. 3440 Northridge Rd. 804-267-3455. SusanSingerArt@msn.com.

5Rhythms Movement Meditation – 11am12:30pm. A movement meditation practice devised by Gabrielle Roth. Draws from indigenous & world traditions using tenets of shamanistic, ecstatic, mystical & Eastern philosophy. Jeffrey Boynton/Samantha Lane. $15; $12/student, hardship. TurnRVA, 3105 W Moore St. 804-387-5549. 5Rhythms.com.

Svaroopa Yoga Classes - 10:30-11:45am & 2:303:45pm. Gently release muscle tension, improve flexibility, ease in movement; build strength, stamina, vitality w/breath, yoga & guided meditation. Restore your mind & body. Anita Snellings, Certified Instructor, Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101 (off Staples Mill near I-64). Register: 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com.

Intuitive Instruction & Development for Kids & YA – 1pm (Last Sun). Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804247-4667. CHHAC.com. For more info: Meetup. com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/ events.

Gentle Yoga: Poses for Spinal Release – 4-5:15pm. Learn how to use yoga to release back pain. Regain flexibility & freedom of movement. Tirtha Hale, CSYT 700. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com.

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March/April 2019

Yin Yoga – 6-7:30pm. A quiet practice focused on the deep connective tissue in the lower back, hips & pelvis; poses usually seated or reclined & held 3-5 mins. Mary Lou Bean/Brier King/JoRoyce Robinson. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/ mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Healing Touch Ministry – 6:30 & 7:30pm (4th). Energy-based, heart-centered healing session. Sherry Price. Free, by appt. Mt. Pisgah UMC, 1001 Mt Pisgah Dr, Midlo. 804-920-8066. LoveAndLight2360@gmail.com. Beginner’s Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. For people who don’t like yoga & for those who want to learn more about the terms & reasons for doing yoga. $14/drop-in or class packs & monthly unlimited mbrshp. Nadeya Ward. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. DownwardDogDance.com. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 7:15pm. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Laura Grace Zetlan. $16. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com.

tuesday Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info, Cassandra: 804-901-4583, CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. Walk w/Certified Instructor – Mornings & afternoons (times vary). Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details & locations, Vanessa: 804-350-6721. Qigong – 9:30am. Phoebe Antrim. Free. Round House/Byrd Park. Register: 804-358-1772. Cancer Support Group – 9:30-11am (1st & 3rd). You are not alone. Open to anyone touched by cancer. Free. Cancer Resource Ctr, Rm 1110, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Info: Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201; Mary Baker, 804-893-8711. BonSecours.com/CancerSurvivorship. SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10, 11am, 12pm. Enjoy fun activities like luncheons, walks, crafts, nutrition & socialization classes. Free to try 1st class to find out if you have the SilverSneakers benefit that makes future classes free or $10/mo for those w/out the benefit. JenCare, S Park Blvd, Colonial Heights. Vanessa: 804-350-6721. Sun-Style 73 Movements Tai Chi – 3/5-4/30. 1-2pm. Tai chi using gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & wellbeing. Jo Ann Widner, RN, Tai Chi for Health Inst. Call ahead if drop-in. $10, $48/6-wk series. Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville. 804-370-3906. JoWidner@comcast.net. Cancer Caregiver Support Group – 2-3pm (1st). Free. Cancer Resource Ctr, Rm 1110, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Info, Ann Petersen: 804-764-7201. BonSecours.com/ CancerSurvivorship.

Dance for Preschool-Age Children – 4:305:30pm. Geared towards ages 2-5. We will ran de jambe around the garden & jete across the room. Virginia & Nadeya. $14/drop-in or class packs & monthly unlim mbrshp. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. DownwardDogDance.com. Free Open Bereavement Support Group – 5:30-6:30pm. Weekly group for all kinds of loss: spouse, parent, friend, child & more. We order offthe-menu & support each other w/thoughtful discussion. Led by hospice bereavement coordinator, Alane Cameron Ford. Drop-ins welcome. Robin Inn Restaurant, 2601 Park Ave. 804-272-3300. Richmond Area Lymphedema Support Group – 5:30-6:30pm (3rd, Feb-Sept). Free. Retreat Hospital Board Room. Angela Denny PT, CLT: 804281-8473, Patty Donovan: 804-270-9071. Yoga & Meditation for Women – 5:30-6:30pm. A gentle, mindful practice for beginners, to experience slow vinyasa relief of mind & body blocks. Malikah Karim. $10-$12/class. Saadia’s Juicebox & Yoga Lounge, 402 1/2 2nd St. 804-621-5111. PureWellnessCoaching.com. Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:15pm. Learn the 37-posture form taught by Grand Master Cheng Man-Ching. $165/10 wks. Battery Park Christian Church, 4201 Brook Rd. Floyd Herdrich: 804-698-0225; Sondra Sealine: 804-690-9878. TaiChiRichmond@gmail.com. Breast Cancer Support Group – 6-7:30pm (1st & 3rd). Join fellow survivors thru & beyond your cancer journey in a nurse-facilitated group. Free. 601 Watkins Ctr Pkwy, Ste 200. 804-594-3130. VinYin – 6:30-7:45pm. Class combines the movement of a vinyasa flow followed by the long holds of a yin practice. Rodney Bradley/Kerry Shultz. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Falun Gong Book Study – 7pm. Free. 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Restore, Revive, Renew – 7-8:15pm. A blend of restorative, yin, gentle & meditative slow flow yoga for a peaceful & centered week. All levels. Pay what can. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. ProjectYogaRichmond.org. Insight Meditation – 7-8:30pm. 40-min meditation followed by recorded dharma talk & discussion. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-852-2976. n_hsu@msn.com. Using the Violet Flame to Heal Your Chakras – 7:30pm. West End. Rosemary: 804-926-9127.

wednesday Assisted Explorations of the Inner Self – Use journeying, dreamwork & journaling to explore & understand your life’s purpose & journey. Linda Anson. $30/90-min. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. For spaces & dates: 804-337-5197. Walk w/Certified Instructor – See Tues listing. Details/locations, Vanessa: 804-350-6721.

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30-Minute Guided Meditation – 9:30am. Start your morning off right w/this small group guided meditation. Marsha Hauck. $10. Boulders Acupuncture & Natural Healthcare, 7315 Boulder View Ln. Registration required: SkinWorksRVA.com. Chair Yoga for Active Agers – 10:30-11:30am. Gentle class combining chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. Designed for people w/some physical limitations or those who enjoy a slow pace. Linda Suguna Dunn. $12/drop-in; $50/5-wks. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Beginning Sun-Style Tai Chi for Health & Arthritis – 11am-12pm (3/6-4/24). Tai chi using gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & well-being. Jo Ann Widner, RN, Tai Chi for Health Inst. Call ahead if dropping in. $10, $48/6-wk series. Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville. 804-370-3906. JoWidner@comcast.net. Intuitive Development Circle – 11am-12:30pm. $10 sug donation. Clover Hill Holistic Arts, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-247-4667. CHHAC.com. More info: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events. Svaroopa Yoga Class – 4-5:15pm. See Mon listing. Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101. 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com. Essentially Well with dōTERRA Essential Oils – 6pm. Looking to incorporate essential oils & natural solutions into your life? Join us for the basic what, why & how of these amazing oils. Suitable for individuals & practitioners alike. Lisa Cusano. Al mismo tiempo clase en español traducida Diego Cusano. Check our Facebook page Essentially Well RVA for DIY Workshop calendar. Gather Short Pump, 2400 Old Brick Rd. RSVP required: 804-296-9284 or Info@EarthEssentialsRVA.com. Prenatal Yoga – 6pm. Mary Jo Lowery. St Mary’s Hospital. 804-814-7079. Y12SR: Yoga for 12-Step Recovery – 6-7:30pm. Combines the somatic approach of yoga with the cognitive approach of the 12-step recovery model. Open to anyone dealing w/their own addiction or affected by the addiction of others. Billie Carroll. Donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. BillieCarroll@verizon.net. Y12SR.com Chi Fit for Life Qigong Classes – 6:15pm. Learn a series of qigong exercises especially designed for the season. You don’t have to be fit or flexible. Sondra Sealine. Contact Sondra for specific dates. True North Yoga and Wellness, 4025 MacArthur Ave. 804-690-9878. ABalancedHealthyLife.com. Tai Chi – 6:30-7:45pm. Warm-ups & meditation (w/short 13-movement form). Lili Just Simons, Divine Therapy. $20, $60/mo. Humphrey Calder Comm Ctr, 414 N Thompson St. 804-257-5573. DivineTherapy.net. Embodied Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Explore & become informed of the physical body, mind & spirit. Class steeped in anatomy & physical experience. All levels. Class size limited; registration required. Instructor Rie Cherie. $10 (cash or check). 9018 Hidden Nest Dr, Midlo. 804-382-5306. Rie@DesignsForBodyAndMind.com. Richmond Zen – 7-8:20pm. Meditation. Instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org.

Suicide Support Group – 6:30-8pm (3rd). Connect w/community mbrs suffering from suicide loss & receive emotional support. Peer-facilitated; no mental health professionals guide group. Safe grieving environment, free of stigma & judgment. Pusey House/First Baptist, 2705 Park Ave. SOSlRVA.wordpress.com.

Richmond MindBodySpirit Healing Circle – 6:30-8:30pm (1st & 3rd). Healers working on healers thru various modalities. Even if new to holistic healing, come & experience an alt way to wholeness. Quantum touch, reiki, healing touch & emotion code. Donations. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. Info: RichmondMindBodySpirit.com. Adyashanti Gathering – 7-9pm. 30-min meditation followed by recorded Adyashanti talk & discussion. Meetup.com/Focus-on-Awakening. Info: Adyashanti.org. English Country Dancing – 7:30-9:30pm. Colonial Dance Club. Belmont Rec Ctr, 1600 Hilliard Rd. 804-744-3264.

thursday SoulCollage Group – 2x/mo. Come to any/all sessions. $25/session incl supplies. Cassandra Matt. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. For schedule/reserve space: 804-901-4583, CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. WomanSpeak Circle – 1st & 3rd. Learn the art & soul of public speaking in a supportive, fun circle of women committed to unleashing their brilliance. Midlo. Membership info: KCBaker.com/ WomanSpeak-Circles. SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10am, 11am, 12pm. See Tues listing. JenCare, S Park Blvd, Colonial Heights. Vanessa: 804-350-6721. Zentangles Galore! – 10am-12:30pm. Ongoing group exploring & learning about the ever-fascinating art form, Zentangles. $35/session. Instructor Susan Singer. 3440 Northridge Rd. 804-267-3455. SusanSingerArt@msn.com. Svaroopa Yoga: Decompress – 5:30-7pm. Support for all levels of practice. Increase flexibility, strength & stamina. Promotes well-being. Tirtha Hale, CSYT 700. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com. Core Strengthening Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Focus on the body’s core w/an emphasis on alignment & strength-building asanas. Cultivates both physical & mental strength. Synergy Yoga Studio, 11000 Three Chopt Rd. 804-305-2297. SynergyYogaStudio.com. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 6:30pm. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Katie Painter. $15. Henrico Doctors’ Hospital Women’s Pavilion, Nelson Education Room. MyBirthRVA.com. Meditative Power Flow – 6:30-7:45pm. Experience yoga sequences designed to release pent-up energy & create an internal calmness. Coconut Elephant Yoga, 2949 Fox Chase Ln, Ste B, Midlo. Register: CoconutElephantYoga.com.

Tibetan Buddhist Meditation – 7-8:30pm (1st). Traditional Tibetan Buddhist instruction & practice led by Lama Chodron. All welcome. Free. Kagyu Shenpen Tharchin at Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-554-1162. Kagyu-Richmond.org. VBAC Support Group – 7:30pm (2nd). Mary Callender. Better Bodies Chiropractic, 1570 Early Settlers Rd, Chesterfield. 804-382-8222. VBACMom. CPM@gmail.com.

friday Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. Cassandra Matt. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info: 804-901-4583, CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. Meditation – 9-10:15am. Gentle yoga practice then explore different styles of meditation & close w/silence so individuals can practice the style that works best for them. Mary Lou Bean/Christina Evans. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Fridays at PYR – Peaceful Flow: 9:30-10:45am; Feel Good Friday Flow: 6-7:15pm. All levels. Pay what can. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. ProjectYogaRichmond.org. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 10am. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Laura Grace Zetlan. $16. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com. Menopause Group – 10:30am-12pm. Celebrate & find support thru writing, meditation & energetic exploration. Peri- thru post-menopause. Allyson Rainer. $240/8 wks. 2000 Bremo Rd, Ste 200. Register: 804-625-2767 or AllysonRainer.com. MyBirth Postnatal Yoga – 11:30am. Create community & get your body moving safely. For birthing people & babies. Laura Grace Zetlan. $14. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com. Mindfulness & Progressive Relaxation – 121:30pm. Includes simple stretches. Sandy Goolsby, LCSW. $18. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-836-8680. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 12:30-1pm. Free. Capitol Grounds, downtown. 804-747-1215.

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SPACE AVAILABLE SHARED TREATMENT ROOM FOR RENT. Looking for a part-time massage therapist or energy worker who would like to rent a shared space 2 to 3 days a week located in The Boulders. For more information, email CGAcupuncture@gmail.com.

saturday Ale-N-Asana Free Yoga – 1st & 3rd. RVA’s longest running yoga brewery class. Shannon Somogyi of Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness leads a restorative slow flow class suitable for all levels. Free. Strangeways Brewing, 2277 Dabney Rd. More info: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Mommy & Baby Yoga – 10am. Moksha Yoga/ Midwives for Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga@MidwivesForHaiti.org. Meetup.com/PrenatalYoga-Richmond. Intuitive Development Circle – 10am-12pm. $10 sug donation. Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-247-4667. CHHAC.com. More info: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events. Prenatal Yoga – 11:15am. Moksha Yoga/Midwives For Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga @MidwivesForHaiti.org. Meetup.com/PrenatalYoga-Richmond. Prenatal Yoga – 12:30pm. Learn how yoga can make your pregnancy more comfortable & your birth calmer. Embrace Maternal & Baby Wellness Collective, 124 Buford Rd. Jessica Turner: Jess.Turner.Yoga@gmail.com. Contra Dance – 7-11pm (2nd & 4th). $7. Contra Dance Group. Lewis Ginter Rec Ctr: 804-247-9247; Linda Salter: 804-266-7355.

Caregiver Support Group – 2-3:30pm. 3rd. Free. Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave. Register: 804-282-5644 x 254. Insight Meditation – 5:45-7:30pm. See Tues listing. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-852-2976. n_hsu@msn.com. Laughter Yoga – 6pm. Every Fri except when on Sun at 10am (check website). Great physical, mental & emotional benefits. No experience necessary. Slash Coleman, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. LaughterYogaRVA@gmail.com. YogaHelps.com.

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community resource guide

CHIROPRACTOR

WORSLEY CLASSICAL FIVE-ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE & HEALTH CENTER

Ruiping Chi, L.Ac., MD (China) 3924 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060 804-308-3561; 804-387-7651 AcupunctureVirginia.com

Floyd M. Herdrich, M.Ac., L.Ac., MAP™ 804-698-0225 WorsleyInstitute.org Family Practice Acupuncture, since 1985, now in Ginter Park. Complementary & Alternative treatment for medical conditions: overriding emphasis on Wellness, Body-Mind-Spirit and quality of life. See ad on page 17.

Trained and practiced in China since 1985. Specialties: pain management, allergies, fertility, gastro-intestinal disorders, insomnia, women’s health, emotional issues, chronic medical conditions, cosmetic acupuncture.

BREATHWORK Melissa Terese Young 818-590-8644, Richmond Melissa@BreathworkWorldwide.com BreathworkWorldwide.com

Oriental Medicine Specialists, PC 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OrientalMedicineSpecialists.com

Six locations in the Richmond area 804-526-7125 AriyaChiro.com

Ariya Family Chiropractic Center provides a natural path to wellness through chiropractic care, acupuncture, and massage therapy. We take pride in the peaceful, nurturing environment we create to provide excellent care and outstanding service. See ad on page 7.

DOMINION CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC BREATHWORK

KEITH BELL, DACM, L.AC.

ARIYA FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER

Melissa utilizes the holistic noninvasive practice of Breathwork (a gentle active respiratory therapy), Reiki, energy work, Craniosacral and Shamanic practices to heal trauma, stress, insomnia, PTSD, addiction and more.

Founder & Clinical Director of Richmond’s first & most trusted center for Holistic & Integrative Medicine, Dr. Bell is an internationally recognized expert in holistic medicine, a Board Certified & Licensed Acupuncturist with 20 years of clinical experience.

Bradley Richmond, DC Elliot S. Eisenberg, DC 3904 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond 804-271-7920 DominionChiro.com

Chiropractic, massage, spinal/postural rehabilitation and nutritional consulting. Providing pain relief to wellness care for all ages; individualized care programs since 1984. Voted Richmond’s Top Chiropractor in Richmond Magazine’s annual survey.

MONTPELIER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

CBD OIL

CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS Xiaoyan Wang, L.Ac., MD (China) 3721 Westerre Pkwy, Ste C, 23233 804-301-1784 AcupuncturistWang.com

BREMO PHARMACY

Trained and practicing in China since 1983 with extensive experience working as a doctor in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals. Specializing in pain management, acne, psoriasis, eczema, shingles, Bell’s Palsy, allergies, infertility, menstrual problems, menopause, endometriosis, anxiety, depression, insomnia and more.

Bremo Pharmacy carries professional pharmaceutical grade hemp-based CBD oil products. Ananda Professional, Charlottes Web, and Bremo Hemp Oil are all trusted brands that use strict organic growing and manufacturing processes to ensure safe, quality products. Our pharmacists are well-informed on CBD research, and are available to safely advise which products are appropriate for each individual.. See ad on page 11.

2024 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond 804-288-8361 BremoRx.com

LISA CHRISTINA SMITH, DOM, L.AC. Health Offerings, Inc. 804-497-8860, Richmond HealthOfferingsAcupuncture.com

SOUTH RIVER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

Nationally certified in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. Since 1998, I offer individualized, constitutional health care using Western and Chinese herbs, diet and food therapy, cupping and moxibustion.

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11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447 SouthRiverRx.com

We offer full-spectrum, professional-grade cannabinoid oil from Ananda Professional. Our research has lead us to this pure line of CBD due to their ongoing third party purity/potency testing, being grown and manufactured in the USA (Kentucky) and their “From Farm to Pharmacy” commitment. Our pharmacists recommend these full-spectrum cannabinoid oils that are available without a prescription. See ad on page 43.

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Dr. Theresa Neiss, DC 17212 Mountain Road, Montpelier 804-883-3000 MontpelierChiro.com

Offering chiropractic, nutritional healing, functional movement, massage, and recently adding NAET allergy elimination technique. We are honored to offer a caring environment for healing, helping you to meet your health and wellness goals.

COUNSELING ZOE THERAPY SERVICES, LLC

8100 Three Chopt Rd, Suite 226 Richmond, VA 23229 804-356-6992 YCampbell@ZoeTherapyServices.com ZoeTherapyServices.com Holistic mental health and wellness services. We offer counseling, psychiatry, neurofeedback, massage, meditation, hypnosis and other services to all ages. See ad on page 16.

DENTISTRY

FARM/CSA

FERTILITY

DR. OLIVIA I. HART, DDS, ND

AGRIBERRY FARM & CSA

KEITH BELL, DACM, L.AC.

10446 Ridgefield Pkwy Near Short Pump 804-740-4485 RichmondFamilyDentistry.com

6289 River Road Hanover, VA 23069 Agriberry.com 804-537-0448

Oriental Medicine Specialists, PC 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OrientalMedicineSpecialists.com

Accreditation with the International Academy of Oral Medical Toxicology. Member of International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAMOT), Board Certified in Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine. Certified provider of Oral Cancer screening with Velscope. Mercury-free dental practice. Family and cosmetic dentistry. Sedation dentistry-certified practice. Teeth whitening. Invisalign braces. See ad on page 2.

Join our 2019 CSA program and eat healthy this summer with a weekly box of nutritious, delicious berries & seasonal fruit from area family farms. Visit our weekly markets and enjoy a variety of farm-made fruit snacks and pantry items. See ad on page 21.

Dr. Bell is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in fertility - Featured in TOP DOCs 2014 & the world’s 1st Integrative Fertility Symposium in 2015. Dr. Bell provides holistic pre-conception planning, integrative fertility enhancement, pregnancy support and more.

ENERGY HEALING THE WELLNESS SPACE

Cheryl Pallant, MA, CHTP, CRP 203-581-0331, Richmond Cheryl@CherylPallant.com CherylPallant.com Open your energy for healing, calm, centering, empowerment & inspiration. Individualized support through Reiki, Healing Touch, meditation, intuition, creativity & somatic listening.

BUSFARM/FARM TO FAMILY MARKET Your Non-Profit Local Market 2817 Mechanicsville Turnpike 804-767-8570; TheFarmBus.com

Indoor Farmer’s Market open all year sourcing locally grown vegetables, grass-fed meats + dairy, pastured eggs and fresh baked breads. GF, vegan, allergy, WAPF, GAPS, paleo friendly. Apothecary with dōTERRA/ natural remedies. Year-round CSA Farm Shares. FarmBus Visits–Schools, Events.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEALTH INSYNCS

Sherron Marquina, DC, PAK 9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com Board-Certified Professional Applied Kinesiologist. Individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle balancing methods, clinical nutrition, advanced therapies to solve difficult health problems or optimize your health. See ad on page 21.

FENG SHUI LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH

WELL INTO LIFE

Carey Phillips, LMT, EEMCP, NCTMB 3001 Hungary Spring Rd, Ste C 804-205-6531, West End WellIntoLife.com Intuitive and integrative bodywork. Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner, Structural Integration and massage therapies. Bringing balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. Empowering individuals to live more vibrant lives! See ad on page 17.

804-678-8568, Richmond NityaLiving.com Outstanding personal attention. Release energy blocks in your home to experience a healthier, more abundant and vibrant life! Certified Traditional Feng Shui Consultant and Master Chinese Astrologer. Over 15 years of experience with hundreds of clients all over the U.S. Consultation for home or office. Free Astrology Reading with each consultation. Use Promo Code KK20 to save 20% off Astrology Readings.

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ESSENTIAL OILS LISA CUSANO

dōTERRA Wellness Advocate, 212455 804-296-9284 MyDoTerra.com/LisaCusano Facebook.com/EssentiallyWellRVA Looking for alternatives? Find out why dōTERRA is committed to sharing the life-enhancing benefits of therapeutic-grade essential oils and essential oilenhanced wellness products with the world. Join the vibrant community of Wellness Advocates in the Greater Richmond area as we learn together. Weekly classes offered on all aspects of use. See ad on page 27. .

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HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

IV HYDRATION THERAPY QUENCH IV BAR

KULTIVATE WELLNESS 13140 Midlothian Turnpike 804-464-2238 @KultivateWellness

2008 Bremo Rd., Suite 111 Richmond, VA 23226 804-493-4060 QuenchIV.com

Now open! Kultivate Wellness brings you the area’s first dedicated hemp and wellness boutique! Offering wellness classes, yoga, yoga therapy, CBD oil, hemp products, herbs, local honey, tea, crystals, workshops, lectures, films and more. See ad on page 19.

Quench IV Bar is Richmond’s premier IV hydration bar! IV hydration is the most effective way of hydrating the body and provides 100% absorption of vitamins and minerals. Our customized IVs are designed to improve fatigue, immunity, athletic training recovery and more. See ad on page 5.

MOBILE OM YOGA & WELLNESS

Shannon Somogyi, E-RYT-500, RCYT, TACEP 804-833-9044 Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com MobileOmWellness.com Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness offers privates, yoga therapy, small group classes, kids and family yoga, corporate, workshops, professional development and more! Provides services INSIDE an 34’ converted RV, the country’s first-ever actual mobile studio or in the home or office. See ad on page 9.

LASER THERAPY HEALTH INSYNCS

9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com Laser therapy can reduce pain and swelling of strained muscles, tendonitis, irritated discs, inflamed nerves; can stimulate tissue repair and regeneration from old and new injuries. See our website for more information about laser therapy. See ad on page 21.

MASSAGE THERAPY ATTEVLÉ MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Elvetta Wilkins Vasquez, LMT, CNA 2505 Pocoshock Pl, Ste 203 804-839-9290 Attevle.com

Attevlé Massage Therapy’s focus is to maximize the potential of caregivers and those they serve. Our space is fully ADA compliant, offering a haven for caregivers as well as those who typically aren’t able to experience massage.

ALYSSA DILLAMAN, LMT

Mint, A Boutique Spa 1811 Huguenot Rd, Bldg 406, Midlo 804-882-0009 MintSpa.org Licensed massage therapist with six years of experience helping clients become pain-free. Specialties include deep tissue work, cupping and prenatal massage. I do everything with passion and love. Let me help you heal.

THE WELLNESS VILLAGE

804-673-2936 1404 Starling Drive, Richmond TheWellnessVillage.com

LIFE COACH THE MAIN CHANNEL, LLC

Your Oasis of Health, we are a group of integrative practitioners under one roof, offering a holistic approach to wellness and health. Our services include therapeutic massage, acupuncture, meditation, injury prevention for young athletes, infrared heat therapy, bioidentical hormone replacement, breast thermography, hypnosis, colon hydrotherapy, psychotherapy services and esthetics.

Stephen D. Saunders, M.Ed 804-405-5216, Richmond Cecilia B. Thomas, M.Ed, M.Ht 804-432-1109, Richmond TheMainChannel.net Gain more life balance in a relaxed, strictly confidential setting. Goal and results oriented. Free 30-minute consultation. Further information available on our website.

HORMONE THERAPY

GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Providing Therapeutic Massage for 30+ years. Tailored to your needs – Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Prenatal/Postpartum, Therapeutic, Hot Stone, Swedish, Sports, Chair, Couples and Infant Massage. Thai Massage, Reflexology, Healing Touch. Gift certificates available. See ad on page 14.

RVA HEALTH & WELLNESS 2008 Bremo Rd., Suite 111 Richmond, VA 23226 804-493-4060 RichmondBHRT.com

BHRT is a safe treatment that helps restore the natural balance of hormones within the body for regained vitality and improved quality of life. If you are suffering from negative effects of fluctuating or decreasing hormones, call us to learn more. See ad on page 7.

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RVA WELLNESS OF BEING ELAINE BRAGG 4025 MacArthur Avenue 804-402-5701 RVAWellnessOfBeing.com

Wellness of Being uses a combination of Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Reflexology, and Prenatal massage. Reiki is available upon request. Email: kizmetorange@gmail.com

STILL POINT MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Martha B. Tyler, RN, LMT 5318 Patterson Ave, Ste E 804-350-7647 StillPointRichmond.com

Martha draws upon 20 years of experience as a nurse and educator to promote health and wellness through loving bodywork. Multiple modalities and flexible scheduling offered. Email: Martha@StillPointRichmond.com.

MIDWIFE/NURSE-MIDWIFE EMBRACE MIDWIFERY CARE & BIRTH CENTER 130 Buford Rd 804-596-BABY (2229) EmbraceBirthVA.com Info@EmbraceBirthVA.com

Embrace is RVA’s first free-standing, midwifeled birth center. Specializing in healthy women expecting healthy babies, we offer evidence-based prenatal, birth and postpartum care with an experienced, licensed midwife. Beautiful water birth suites and a deep belief in low-tech, high-touch options combine to make the birth of your new baby safe, gentle and affordable. We also offer preconception counseling, childbirth education, a doula internship program, and much more. Tours/’Meet-the-midwife’ sessions Tuesdays at 1pm and Saturdays at 10am. Call for your consultation today!

MUSIC THERAPY RICHMOND MUSIC THERAPY 804-213-2278 rvamt.com rvamtbc@gmail.com Facebook.com/rvamt

Richmond Music Therapy, a private practice founded by Allie Longworth, MS, MT-BC, actively serves ages 11 to 104 with mental health and rehabilitative needs through a combination of talk and music with a board-certified music therapist.

RESTORE-PT, INC.

Derek S. Metzler, MPT 2418 E. Franklin St, Unit 115 804-644-1221 Restore-PT.com Our physical therapy practice focuses on healing and well-being. Trained in Jone’s Institute Fascial Strain-Counter-Strain, John F. Barnes method of Myofascial Release, we treat the whole body to resolve complex issues.

NUTRITIONAL CONSULTING

ROB CRAMPTON, LMT

James River Myofascial Release 3924 Springfield Rd, Henrico 804-543-5261 JamesRiverMFR.MassageTherapy.com James River MFR is a John F. Barnes Myofascial Release practice that helps Richmond, VA stay active and pain-free. MFR is the missing link in your healing journey!

CHRYSALIS INSTITUTE 213 Roseneath Road ChrysalisInstitute.org 804-359-0384

Chrysalis Institute is a resource and learning center that explores the insights and practices of the world’s spiritual traditions, philosophies and contemporary sciences. Chrysalis encourages curiosity, compassion, community and the cultivation of skills so that we might act mindfully in the world. See ad on page 5.

BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Our expert staff offers counseling for: Ketogenic Weight Loss, Nutrition, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Stress, Pain Management, Autism, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Sports Nutrition, Respiratory Conditions, Anti-Aging (Optimal Aging), Allergies, Skin Ailments, Auto-Immune disorders, GI issues, Chronic Disease (ie: CFS/FM, RA, MS, etc). We also offer on-going free educational health seminars addressing the issues listed above. Just go to our website to view our complete seminar schedule and register for all that are of interest or applicable to you. See ad on page 43.

JOSH SESSIONS, CHHC

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071; OMSPC.com OrientalMedicineSpecialists.com As a Certified Holistic Health Coach & Lifestyle Educator, Josh brings years of experience & unique insight to support & empower clients in achieving their goals, improving their health & living an inspired life.

OPTOMETRIST MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

PERSONAL GROWTH

BROOK RUN VISION CENTER 5644 Brook Rd. 804-264-2956 BrookRunVisionCenter.com

Brook Run Vision Center is a complete eye & vision care provider offering natural, customized treatments for Dry Eye Syndrome. In addition, we offer comprehensive eye exams, contact lenses, glaucoma management and pre- and post-operative care. Our onsite Optical carries over 1,200 frames and can make glasses in one hour. Serving Richmond in the Brook Run Shopping Center since 1996. See ad on page 3.

PHARMACY BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Richmond area residents have chosen South River to be their preferred provider of customized medications for 20+years. A compassionate experienced staff, paired with state of the art facilities and national ACHC accreditation, make us the true specialists in BHRT, Pain Management, Upper & Lower Respiratory, Topical Anti-Infective medications, and Veterinary compounded medication for pets. In addition we offer our patients the highest quality, pharmaceutical-grade nutritional supplements available. We also offer an affordable, wide range of comprehensive tests designed for individuals whose health insurance does not cover testing. See ad on page 43.

BREMO PHARMACY

2024 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond 804-288-8361 BremoRx.com We are a full service pharmacy focused upon health and wellness. As a nationally accredited compounding pharmacy, we customize medications for both humans and pets. Ask our pharmacists how they can help you with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, pharmacogenetic testing and hemp-based CBD oils. See ad on page 11.

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PHARMACY cont’d

River’s Way Healthcare of Virginia 5500 Monument Ave, Ste T 804-379-4560 RiversWayHealthcareVA.com RiversWayVA@gmail.com

RX3 COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

12230 Ironbridge Rd, Ste C, Chester 11934 W Broad St, Henrico Ph: 804-717-5000, Fax: 804-717-8300 Rx3Pharmacy.com Virginia’s First Nationally Accredited Compounding Pharmacy. RX3 is an industry leader for innovation and quality or over 20 years. Our specialties include: bio-identical hormone replacement, pain management, sterile and veterinary preparations, supplements and traditional pharmacy services. See ad on page 17.

PHYSICAL THERAPY RVA PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS REHAB 2620 Gaskins Road, Henrico 804-396-6753 Ramky@RVAPhysicalTherapy.com RVAPhysicalTherapy.com

At RVA Physical Therapy, our mission is “Excellent Care, Exceptional Results”. We specialize in Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Myofascial Release, Vacuum Therapy and Sports Rehab. We accept all major insurances. See ad on page 5.

Offering expanded healing services in new location. Providing traditional primary care and alternative approaches to support the body’s ability to heal itself. Extensive study in the mindbody connection to achieve optimal health. Certified by the American Board of Scientific Medical Intuition.

RUMKI BANERJEE, M.D., ABIHM

Family Practice and Integrative Holistic Medicine Apex-MD 5310 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen 804-273-0010 Apex-MD.com Trained and certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine. Specialties: Primary care and Chronic disease management by integrative holistic approach. Weight loss and medical nutrition counseling, skin care, IV nutrition, Ayurveda, BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy. See ad on back cover.

Partners in Family Medicine 430 Claremont Ct Colonial Heights 23834 804-526-1130

Family medical practice specializing in complex symptomatology, chronic Lyme disease and geriatrics. Offering a holistic, open-minded and preventative approach to healthcare that focuses on the root cause of illness, not just the symptoms.

REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is a holistic healing art. Applying pressure to points on the feet and hands stimulates a healing response in glands, organs and systems, resulting in better circulation, vitality and peace. Hot stone massage with essential oil included at end renews tired feet. International Institute of Reflexology certified. Wheelchair accessible.

Safe, non-invasive, radiation-free image imaging. Preserve your breast, heart health and much more. Live happier and healthier longer! Interpreted by Matthew Lee, MD, RPh. See ad on page 14.

VETERAN SERVICES VETERANS RESILIENCY HOLISTIC CLINIC VeteransResiliency.com 800 Blanton Avenue, Richmond Karen@VeteransResiliency.com 804-448-9955

The VRHC in Richmond is for Veterans and their families. Our clinic includes 10 alternative holistic modalities to help you relax your nervous system. Donation based. 4th Wednesday of the month. Visit the website for details.

TAI CHI/QIGONG

YOGA GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Incorporate yoga into your life at Glenmore. 30 student focused, multi-level classes from Gentle and Ageless to Vinyasa Flow, Yin, Restorative, Prenatal, Meditation. Yoga Therapy. 200 and 300 Hour Teacher Training. Voted best Yoga Center. See ad on page 14.

FLOYD HERDRICH, L.AC.

Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Tuesday Evenings, 6-7:15pm 804-698-0225, Richmond

5700 Old Richmond Ave, Ste A-5 (Off Libbie, near St. Mary’s) 804-358-1492 eLEEtePhysicians.com

Integrative approach to medicine, optimizing a realistic plan for your health/disease management. As a pharmacist, I review your medications to determine which ones are needed. Implement alternative therapies. Web visits available for established patients. See ad on page 17.

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Thermographer The Wellness Village 1404 Starling Dr, Richmond 804-683-7774 EleetePhysicians.com/thermography.php

RELAXATION BY THE FOOT

MATTHEW C. LEE, M.D., RPH, MS

DEBBIE TROXELL, RN, MSNH

WILLIAM A. SQUIRES, M.D.

Talia Moser, Reflexologist, IIR certified By appt., TMoser8@verizon.net 804-399-3353, Richmond TaliaMoser.com

PHYSICIAN

THERMOGRAPHY

NARichmond.com

At Battery Park Christian Church, Ginter Park. Classical style Tai Chi Chuan, the 38 posture short form. Essential movements to strengthen/enhance health and develop spiritual practice. See ad on page 17.

INTEGRAL YOGA CENTER OF RICHMOND

Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT500, C-IAYT 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-342-1061 YogaHelps.com Over 25 years teaching Integral Yoga® + 18 years offering yoga therapy, specializing in anxiety, depression, PTSD, cancer, arthritis & chronic illnesses. Offering group classes, teacher trainings and private sessions based on Raja Yoga, mindfulness and the spiritual teachings of yoga, leading to transformative experiences and a more meaningful and peaceful life.

MOBILE OM YOGA & WELLNESS

NITYA LIVING YOGA

Specializing in Yoga for Children 804-678-8568, Richmond NityaLiving.com Nitya Living™ specializes in kid’s yoga programs that engage the whole child plus mindfulness yoga programs, women’s retreats, private classes for adults and children, kid’s yoga camp, Yoga and Feng Shui workshops and teacher trainings. Enrolling now for the 13th Nitya Living Summer Camp for Kids and Teens running for 4 weeks July into August. Plus an extended weekend Family Yoga Retreat. Nitya Living Kids Yoga Teacher Training in Yogaville May 29 – June 2.

SVAROOPA® YOGA

Kirsten Hale, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-519-7471, BonAirYoga.com Anita Snellings, CSYT, 347 hours, CEYT 804-356-7477, AnitaSnellings.com Deborah Woodward, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-338-1105, EasyinyourBones.com Lisha Reynolds, CSYT, 347 hours 804-873-4711, BlissYogaRVA.com Experience the immediate, reliable results of this restorative yoga that releases deeply held tensions in core muscles along the spine. Small classes for all levels of fitness, meeting your body right where it is. Embodyment Yoga® Therapy, meditation classes and workshops.

YOGA THERAPY KULTIVATE WELLNESS 13140 Midlothian Turnpike 804-464-2238 @KultivateWellness

Kultivate Wellness brings you the area’s first dedicated hemp and wellness boutique! Offering yoga therapy, yoga and wellness classes, CBD oil, hemp products, herbs, local honey, tea, crystals, workshops, lectures, films and more. See ad on page 19.

PROJECT YOGA RICHMOND

6517 Dickens Place Richmond, VA 23230 ProjectYogaRichmond.org Info@ProjectYogaRichmond.org Project Yoga Richmond is a 501 (c3) nonprofit organization based in Richmond, Virginia, that makes Yoga instruction accessible and affordable to practitioners of all abilities and income levels through its pay-what-you-can studio classes and community partnership programs. Project Yoga Richmond partners with local groups, agencies, schools, and community centers to provide free and/or low-cost yoga and mindfulness services throughout Greater Richmond. See ad on page 23.

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